Lao PDR conducted the Violence Against Children Survey in late 2014. The final report launched in June 2018.
56% of females experienced more than one incident of physical violence in childhood.
Among females who experienced sexual violence in childhood:
- 14% of females told someone about their experience, compared to almost half of males.
- Only 5% of females knew where to seek help for an experience of sexual violence, compared to 58% of males.
- Not a single female reported seeking or receiving help for an incident of sexual violence.
67% of males experienced more than one incident of physical violence in childhood.
12% of males reported experiencing sexual violence in childhood – more than females (7%).
1 in 4 males received help for an incident of sexual violence.
Only 14% of girls told someone about experiencing sexual violence in childhood, as compared to
47% of boys.
Lao PDR conducted the Violence Against Children Survey in late 2014, and launched the final report concurrently the National Plan of Action.
Partners are currently working to prevent and respond to violence through advocacy and public awareness efforts. Stay tuned for updates!
Lao PDR Partners:
Bilateral and Multilateral Organizations: UNICEF Lao PDR, CDC
Government: National Commission for Mothers and Children, Lao Statistics Bureau, Ministry of Planning and Investment
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