
Today, we proudly launched the 2026 Out of the Shadows Index. Researched and developed by Economist Impact, it is the global benchmark of how 60 national governments – home to 83% of the world’s children – are preventing and responding to sexual violence against children and adolescents.

When we integrate science, practice, and lived experience, we create stronger policies and programs, more impactful movements, and deeper change to end violence, trauma, stigma, and injustice.

Change is possible, and violence is preventable. By implementing evidence-based policies and targeted interventions we can end violence against children.

You are not alone. It’s important that those with lived experience don’t feel pressured to share anything publicly. We all have our own journeys, and many survivors chose to not be public, while still being incredible agents for change.