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Our Voice: Experiences of 643 Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation 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
May 19, 20252 min read


Survivors Speak Out, Calling for Stronger Action on Child Sexual Abuse in the UK
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
May 19, 20255 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 7, 20255 min read


Research Article: 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 18, 20252 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 6, 20253 min read


Podcast with Jeremy Indika: What to do if your child is sexually abused, assaulted or harassed, online or in person
The conversation covered essential topics such as how to support your child as a mother, father, and family, and how to care for yourself...
Protect Children
Jan 7, 20251 min read


Our Voice: Experiences of Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Across 29 Languages
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
Protect Children
Nov 14, 20243 min read


“To Share or Not to Share” — Let’s Break the Silence Around Child Sexual Abuse
Breaking the silence and taking active steps to address child sexual abuse and exploitation is not comfortable, but absolutely necessary
Nina Vaaranen-Valkonen
Oct 21, 20243 min read


Insights from Parents and Caregivers of Child Victims of Online Sexual Abuse
EVALUATION SUMMARY Findings from a Pilot of You are Enough™️ Parental Peer Support Groups in Finland and Ireland on the Long-Lasting...
Protect Children
Oct 14, 20243 min read


Collecting Data on Hidden Crimes: A Case Study on Surveying Online Child Sexual Abuse Offenders
REPORT 2KNOW: Collecting Data on Hidden Online Crimes. A Case Study on Surveying Online Child Sexual Abuse Offenders. This new report,...
Protect Children
Sep 30, 20242 min read


Protect Children has Analysed Over 2 Million Child Sexual Abuse Images and Videos to Request their Removal and Support Survivors
PRESS RELEASE Specialists from Protect Children, have analysed over 2 million images and videos depicting child sexual abuse
Protect Children
Sep 22, 20243 min read


Statement: Protect Children has analysed over 2 million child sexual abuse images, there is a child in every image.
STATEMENT In our ongoing fight against child sexual abuse, Protect Children is dedicated to eradicating child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
Protect Children
Sep 22, 20241 min read


Research Article: Factors Associated with Help-Seeking Among Online Child Sexual Abuse Material Offenders: Results of an Anonymous Survey on the Dark Web
RESEARCH ARTICLE Groundbreaking study delving into why some CSAM offenders seek help while others do not.
Protect Children
Sep 19, 20242 min read


2KNOW Report: What Drives Online Child Sexual Abuse Offending? Understanding Motivations, Facilitators, Situational Factors, and Barriers
REPORT The groundbreaking report reveals the intricate web of factors that drive OCSAE offending. The report offers critical insights...
Protect Children
Sep 2, 20243 min read


Protect Children Granted Observer Status in the Lanzarote Committee
At its 42nd plenary meeting, held in Strasbourg in 11-13 of June 2024, the Lanzarote Committee granted observer status to Protect Children.
Protect Children
Jul 2, 20242 min read


Parents of Children Subjected to Sexual Violence are Often Left Without Support: Lotta Svärd Foundation Continues to Support You Are Enough™ Groups
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The Lotta Svärd Foundation has continued to support Protect Children's You are Enough™ peer support groups, enabling them to...
Protect Children
Jun 10, 20242 min read


Statement: Online child sexual abuse and exploitation in France: Experiences of survivors and insights from offenders
STATEMENT This statement concerns online child sexual abuse and exploitation in France and presents findings from French survivors.
Protect Children
Jun 4, 20243 min read


ReDirection Report: Spanish Speaking CSAM Users in the Dark Web
REPORT Available in English and Spanish. Protect Children's latest ReDirection report reveals unprecedented findings on Spanish speaking ...
Protect Children
Jun 3, 20245 min read


Executive Director Receives Award: "Most Significant Contribution to the Global Response to Online CSA"
Nina Vaaranen-Valkonen, the Executive Director of Protect Children, has been awarded for her significant contribution to the prevention...
Protect Children
May 28, 20241 min read


New Research Reveals Disturbing Trends in Child Sexual Abuse Material Availability and Offender Behaviour on the Tor Network
A groundbreaking peer-reviewed article by an international research team published in the high-level journal, Nature Scientific Reports...
Protect Children
Apr 5, 20242 min read
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