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Insights from 643 Victims and Survivors who Reported Experiences of Childhood Sexual Violence in the UK
REPORT Our Voice Survivors in the UK: Experiences of Victims and Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation New #OurVoice report...
Protect Children
2 days ago2 min read


"I feel a bit sad for the child I was, but I am very glad to be able to give evidence of my experience to help inform others and build knowledge internationally about sexual abuse of children.”*
London/Helsinki - 19 May 2025. 643 victims and survivors of child sexual abuse and exploitation in the UK have shared their stories in a global effort to raise awareness about the realities of sexual violence against children, the challenges of disclosure and recovery, and its enduring impact on their lives. Their voices are amplified through a powerful report published by the Finnish child-rights organisation Protect Children in collaboration with the International Policing
Protect Children
2 days ago5 min read


You Are Enough™ is Coming to the UK: Supporting Parents Affected by Child Sexual Abuse
We’re extremely proud to announce that Protect Children is working in partnership with Embrace Child Victims of Crime (Embrace CVoC) to...
Protect Children
May 122 min read


Experiences of Serbian-speaking Victims and Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
REPORT Our Voice Serbian Survivors: Experiences of Victims and Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation New #OurVoice language...
evadiazbethencourt
May 92 min read


Police concerned about international, extremely violent "The Com" network - victims mainly children and young people
Helsinki, 7 May - The police are closely monitoring the international, extremely violent "The Com" network that operates online and in the real world, and there are indications that its activities have also reached Finland. The network's victims include children, young people and vulnerable people in particular. The police are asking those close to children and young people to be vigilant in this matter.
Protect Children
May 75 min read


Join us at the Justice Initiative Nordic Hub Conference in Stockholm
We are thrilled to invite all professionals in the field to The Justice Initiative Nordic Hub Conference in Stockholm, a high-level event dedicated to advancing child protection efforts to prevent and end child sexual abuse and exploitation across the Nordic countries.
Protect Children
May 71 min read


Violent online communities (The Com) target vulnerable children and young people
GUIDE Violent online communities ("The Com"; e.g. 764) have had indications of activity in several countries, including Finland and...
Protect Children
May 61 min read


Protect Children becomes a member of the Advisory Group on Research and Development within Europol's European CyberCrime Centre (EC3)!
Protect Children is honored to contribute to Europol’s strong efforts to prevent and end technology-facilitated crimes of sexual violence against children.
Protect Children
Apr 301 min read


We are launching the #MyFriendToo U.S. website!
When a child is sexually abused, they’re most likely to tell a friend first. All too often, the abuse is never reported – meaning too many children are not getting the help they need. That’s we are launching #MyFriendToo U.S. this Child Abuse Prevention Month – to help young people help their friends disclose sexual abuse to a safe adult.
Protect Children
Apr 212 min read


Early is Best - Protect Children is launching a new national project to prevent sexual violence against children
NEWS Protect Children is launching a new national project to prevent sexual harassment, grooming, and sexual violence against children in...
Protect Children
Apr 42 min read


Tell Me More About Tech: Generating New Evidence on How Child Sexual Abuse Offenders Misuse Technology
The research will explore how different technology ecosystems facilitate and drive abuse, and how they influence offender’s behaviours.
Protect Children
Mar 131 min read


#8M ~ International Women's Day 2025
BLOG POST International Women’s Day serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for gender equality and the urgent need to protect...
evadiazbethencourt
Mar 84 min read


Evaluating ReDirection: An Online Self-Help Program Preventing CSAM Use
The ReDirection program, an online self-help program to reduce use of CSAM, is undergoing scientific evaluation.
Protect Children
Mar 72 min read


Project 2KNOW Final Report
As Project 2KNOW comes to an end in February 2025, we reflect on the progress made to improve data collection and strengthen support for fam
Protect Children
Feb 281 min read


Experiences of Italian-speaking Victims and Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
REPORT Our Voice Italian Survivors: Experiences of Victims and Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation New #OurVoice language...
Protect Children
Feb 272 min read


New Research Finds: Use of CSAM is Often Associated with Other Forms of Violence
PRESS RELEASE This press release was written by the University of Eastern Finland. Use of child sexual abuse material is often associated...
Protect Children
Feb 194 min read


Protect Children Annual Report 2024
The 2024 activities of Protect Children focused on the organisation’s three core themes: Support & Serve, Prevent, Advocate & Amplify...
Protect Children
Feb 191 min read


Investigating the Disparities Among Child Sexual Abuse Material Offenders
RESEARCH ARTICLE. The study investigates the differences between CSAM offenders who self-report having been charged for sexual offenses agai
Protect Children
Feb 182 min read


Wrapping up Project 2KNOW: From Knowledge to Action
This week marked a significant milestone in our work to protect children from online sexual violence. Over two impactful days in Brussels, w
Protect Children
Feb 63 min read


2KNOW Project Webinar and Training Series
Sign up for the 2KNOW Project Webinar & Training Series to learn more about the project’s groundbreaking findings.
Protect Children
Feb 62 min read
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