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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

“Pledges made in Brussels to step up global fight against online child sexual abuse”

Colombia acepta ser parte del Comité Ejecutivo de Global Partnerships