Child Neglect in the West Nile Region of Uganda: A Pastoral Concern

Abstract

In the past, having a baby in the West Nile Region of Uganda was a blessing for the entire society. Nowadays, the situation has changed. Child neglect by parents and other adults is rampant and has several negative consequences on the society. This situation strongly calls for a pastoral concern and for care. Child neglect is taking place in the family which is the nucleus of society, hence, the key focal point of pastoral ministry. This article aims to investigate how the Ugandian society can, through the instrumentality of the church, fight against the different factors causing child neglect in the West Nile Region of Uganda. The method used covers social analysis, literature narratives and personal reflection.

Keywords: child, neglect, pastoral, concern