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Factors associated with violence against children in low- and middle-income countries: A systematic review and meta-regression of nationally representative data
This systematic review sought to identify the relative importance of factors associated with physical, emotional, and sexual violence against children in low- and middle-income countries.
Sexual risk behaviors, mental health outcomes, and attitudes supportive of wifebeating associated with childhood transactional sex among adolescent girls and young women: Findings from the Uganda Violence Against Children and Youth Survey
Explore the research and findings from the Uganda Violence Against Children and Youth Survey.
Violence against children and youth in the Northern Triangle
Explore data from the Honduras and El Salvador Violence Against Children and Youth Survey (VACS) reports launched in 2019.
Early sexual debut: A multi-country, sex-stratified analysis in sub-Saharan Africa
This article examines the outcomes associated with early sexual debut in five sub-Saharan African countries for males and females, separately.
Gender norms and health: Insights from global survey data
This article explores how the use of innovative approaches to analyzing proxies for gender norms, generated evidence that gender norms impact the health of women and men across life stages, health sectors, and world regions.
Missed treatment opportunities and barriers to comprehensive treatment for sexual violence survivors in Kenya: A mixed methods study
This study compares the characteristics of survivors who present for healthcare to those of survivors reporting violence on national surveys; understand the healthcare services provided to survivors; and, identify barriers to treatment.
Sampling design and methodology of the Violence Against Children and Youth Surveys
This study describes the surveys’ target population, sampling design, statistical considerations, data collection process, priority violence indicators, and data dissemination.
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Lao PDR Violence Against Children and Youth Survey (VACS) preliminary report 2016 (data collection 2014)
Explore Lao PDR’s Violence Against Children Survey (VACS) preliminary report.
Violence Against Children Surveys (VACS): towards a global surveillance system
This research briefing describes the contribution VACS have made to the global understanding of violence against children.
Linking Violence Against Children and Youth Surveys (VACS) to coordinated and effective action
This document serves as a guide for countries and Together for Girls partners interested in undertaking the Violence Against Children and Youth Surveys (VACS).