Officially Introducing the Protect Children Internship Program!
- Protect Children
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NEWS
We at Protect Children believe that the best, most effective way to end child sexual abuse is holistically, tackling the problem from multiple angles. To do so, it is vital to draw upon the expertise of professionals from a wide range of backgrounds. However, for young professionals, it can be tricky to find their place. We are committed to supporting young professionals entering the field of child protection.
This is why we are officially introducing the Protect Children Internship Program!
Twice a year, we hire interns from a variety of backgrounds to support our work and learn more about how they can make a difference in the field. With our guidance, Protect Children interns complete an individual Internship Project which reflects their unique interests and backgrounds. Meet our Autumn 2025 interns and see the Spring 2025 Internship Projects below!
Are you interested in joining the Protect Children Internship Program? Learn more on the official Protect Children Internship Program page.
Meet our Autumn 2025 interns!
We are happy to also share the Spring 2025 Internship Projects!
Spot the Signs: A Guide for Youth on Manipulation, Red Flags, and Safety in Online Chats
Spot the Signs was completed by Intern Katie Lindqvist as part of our Early is Best project. This guide for youth helps them to identify red flags, signs of manipulation, and stay safe in online chats. It emphasises the message that children are not alone, and that there is no shame in asking for help when something scary or confusing happens online.
Download Spot the Signs in English, Swedish, and Finnish below:
Early is Best is supported by the foundation Brita Maria Renlunds minne sr.
Unsafe Companions: The Role of AI Chatbots in Increasing Children’s Risk of Sexual Abuse
Unsafe Companions is a blog post written by Intern Sanna Heikkinen. It explores the risks posed by AI chatbots to children for emotional manipulation and online sexual abuse and exploitation (OCSAE).
Read the blog post here:
Guideline for Schools: Safeguarding Children Against Sexual Abuse (For enhancing effectiveness of schools in Nepal)
Guideline for Schools: Safeguarding Children Against Sexual Abuse was completed by Intern Srijana Ghimire. It outlines key strategies for schools to prevent and intervene against child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE), highlighting the vital role education professionals have in children's lives. Download the guideline below:
Recommendation for technology companies and online service providers for introducing stronger measures to protect children online
'Recommendation for technology companies and online service providers for introducing stronger measures to protect children online' is a legal white paper written by Intern Giulia Compagnone. It examines existing technological legislation and gaps which affect children's online safety and lists actionable recommendations for online service providers and tech companies to foster safe online environments for children. Download the legal white paper below:
Are you interested in becoming a Protect Children Intern? Learn more on the official Protect Children Internship Program page.
