Progress and challenges in ending female genital mutilation (FGM) in The Gambia
Female genital mutilation (FGM) remains one of the most pressing child protection concerns in The Gambia. Often carried out during infancy or early childhood, the practice inflicts irreversible harm on young girls, threatening their health, survival, and dignity due to entrenched cultural norms. Although The Gambia has made notable progress in advocacy and legal reform, […]
Romanian children facing some of Europe’s highest cyberbullying rates
Already in 2018, around four in ten Romanian adolescents said they had been cyberbullied. At that time, Romania recorded the highest victimization rate among seven European countries, well above Greece and Spain. More recent national surveys confirm that online harassment remains widespread, with victims reporting anxiety, withdrawal from school, and difficulties in maintaining friendships. Despite […]
Addressing child sexual abuse material in the Netherlands
Child sexual abuse material (CSAM) remains a serious concern in the Netherlands, with implications that extend well beyond its borders. The country’s advanced digital infrastructure and central role in global internet traffic have made it both a leader in combating online crime and a target for criminal networks. Consequently, the Netherlands has earned international recognition […]
Independent observatory
We constantly monitor the situation of children and report violation cases in the world, with the ultimate aim of ensuring total transparency.
Online child rights education
We promote the emergence and development of an online community by using digital communication technologies and tools to educate adults and children in a simple and understandable way.
Legal advice & Advocacy
We provide legal advice on children’s rights, working with a global network of lawyers. We advocate internationally for the improvement and fulfillment of child rights, with a focus on the recognition and respect of children’s environmental rights.
Strengthening the actors of change
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Child welfare
We work with local NGOs to support and implement projects for the protection of children, their development, survival and education.
