Every child deserves safety, yet millions face violence daily. An estimated 1 billion children—half of all the children in the world—are victims of violence every year, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. With the recently concluded first-ever Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children, the United States (U.S.) has a historic chance to turn the tide.
As we work towards ending violence against children, we must acknowledge that digital technology is an integral part of children’s everyday lives, with both unprecedented opportunities but also risks of harm.