Preventing child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE) is a key EU priority. Knowledge on prevention pathways and face-to-face (F2F) treatment services for at-risk individuals is limited. This study maps the availability and distribution of institutional, self-referral F2F services in six EU countries participating in Project Bridge, an EU-funded initiative connecting individuals with sexual interest in children at risk of committing CSAE to preventive care, to identify gaps a

This manual for professionals aims to promote positive mental health and psycho-social well-being and to prevent and address psycho-social distress and mental disorders experienced by children in the context of crisis and emergency situations.

Child sexual abuse affects an estimated 1 in 7 boys, yet their experiences are often overlooked. This report amplifies the voices of 1,431 male survivors from the Global Our Voice Survivor Survey, revealing distinct patterns of abuse, disclosure, and long-term impact, and calling for action to ensure boys and men receive the prevention, support, and care they need.

STATEMENT This statement addresses the disturbing phenomenon of news media outlets using blurred images of victims of child sexual abuse (CSA) in news posts and articles. While blurring images may appear to satisfy legal requirements for privacy, the emotional and psychological damage it may cause to the victim is rarely considered. Protect Children advocates strongly for the protection of the rights to safety and privacy of children by calling for an end to the use of images

Last week, the Protect Children team joined the IPPPRI25 conference!

Protect Children has been awarded for its holistic, research-based approach to tackling online child sexual abuse and exploitation (OCSAE). We received the presitigious 'Academic Contribution Award' at the 2025 Excellence in Online Protection gala event.

REPORT Our Voice Survivors in the UK: Experiences of Victims and Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation New #OurVoice report...

This week marked a significant milestone in our work to protect children from online sexual violence. Over two impactful days in Brussels, w

The conversation covered essential topics such as how to support your child as a mother, father, and family, and how to care for yourself...

REPORT Global Our Voice Survivor Survey: Experiences of Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Across 29 Languages New report presenting invaluable findings from 22,285 victims and survivors from all over the world who have shared their experiences through the Global Our Voice Survivor Survey. This report aims to amplify the voices and wisdom of victims and survivors of sexual violence in childhood, and raise awareness about the profound and long-lasting impac

EVALUATION SUMMARY Findings from a Pilot of You are Enough™️ Parental Peer Support Groups in Finland and Ireland on the Long-Lasting...

PRESS RELEASE Specialists from Protect Children, have analysed over 2 million images and videos depicting child sexual abuse

STATEMENT In our ongoing fight against child sexual abuse, Protect Children is dedicated to eradicating child sexual abuse material (CSAM).

REPORT The groundbreaking report reveals the intricate web of factors that drive OCSAE offending. The report offers critical insights...

News The Lotta Svärd Foundation has continued to support Protect Children's You are Enough™ peer support groups, enabling them to...

BLOG POST Insights from parents of child victims and adult survivors of online child sexual abuse on the long-lasting impact...

REPORT Findings from the Global ‘Our Voice’ Survivor Survey with a Case Study on Finnish Survivors’ Experiences

NEWS October is European Cybersecurity Month. The annual campaign is dedicated to raising awareness about cyber security and online...

BLOG POST In 2021, Protect Children developed manualized You are Enough ™ peer support groups for parents and guardians whose child had...

BLOG POST Protect Children kicks off new 2-year EU funded Project 2KNOW at Helsinki office with project partners, Council of the Baltic...