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Girl Power: Q&A with Together for Girls

Experiences of violence during childhood have lifelong adverse effects in terms of physical and mental health, social outcomes, educational attainment and financial well-being. Concerningly, childhood exposure to violence increases the risk of further exposure to violence later on in life. Goal 16.2 of the U.N. 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development strives to “end abuse, exploitation, trafficking and all forms of violence against, and torture of, children.” Although both male and female children have equivalent risks of enduring physical abuse and neglect, girls face a higher risk of experiencing sexual abuse, the World Health Organization highlights.

Why education has to start with keeping children safe

Last year, the United Nations declared November 18 World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Violence. The creation of this international day was a milestone in the work to increase global awareness of the horrific prevalence of sexual violence against children and the life-altering impact it can inflict. Ending such violence should be a priority for every government. Historically, this has not been the case. Yet keeping children and adolescents safe is a vital foundation in their development and the cost of failing to do so is paid not just by them, but entire societies.

How African nations harness data to help end violence against children

Several African governments are gathering data on the prevalence of violence against children as a first step to tackle the issue — and it’s working. Survey data for Eswatini and Kenya collected at the country level and compared over time show a marked reduction in the number of children experiencing a form of abuse.

Namibian children face labour, sexual exploitation

Windhoek and Walvis Bay have been labelled as hotspots for child labour and sexual exploitation by the Global Organised Crime Index. In its latest report edition, Namibia is listed as “not seriously affected” in terms of human trafficking. However, the issue persists among specific groups and in certain areas, especially in Windhoek and at Walvis Bay, the report states.

The International Day of the Girl Child 2023

On December 19, 2011, the United Nations General Assembly declared October 11 as the International Day of the Girl Child in acknowledgment of the distinct challenges girls face simply because of their gender. Today, the 11th anniversary of the Day of the Girl Child presents the international community with an opportunity to acknowledge the advancements in girls’ and women’s rights since 2011 but also presents a chance to reflect on the barriers that still exist and the gaps preventing the world from achieving U.N. Sustainable Development Goal 5 (gender equality) by 2030.

World Childhood Foundation USA on Path to Raise $1 Million at its 2023 Gala to Help Fight Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

H.M. Queen Silvia of Sweden and H.R.H. Princess Madeleine of Sweden hosted the event, which honored Hans Vestberg, Chairman & CEO, Verizon; Jennifer Wortham, Chair, Global Collaborative; and Daniela Ligiero, CEO, Together for Girls, Co-Founder, The Brave Movement

Alarmante incremento del abuso sexual infantil online, con un 87% más de denuncias desde 2019

Desde principios de 2023, han aumentado los casos de agresores que utilizan Inteligencia Artificial generativa para crear material de abuso sexual infantil y explotar a los niños, según el informe de WeProtect Global Alliance, recién publicado.

Durbin Meets with the Keep Kids Safe Coalition to Discuss Efforts to Protect Children from Exploitation

Joyce, Kuster introduce Resolution to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month

It’s time to break the silence on childhood sexual violence

United Nations declares November 18 as World Day aimed at ending child sexual exploitation and violence, bringing hope and healing to survivors

Se requiere mayor compromiso para defender derecho de la niñez colombiana