An Indian woman lawyer is fearlessly taking on laws that criminalize consensual sex among teenagers, arguing they violate personal freedoms and harm young lives. This groundbreaking case has sparked a nationwide debate on youth rights and the pressing need for legal reform
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The Council of Europe urges the UK to act swiftly against child poverty, highlighting the pressing need to safeguard children’s human rights while tackling a host of other vital social issues
A recent report from Euronews.com reveals a disturbing truth: most young people in Spain have experienced some form of online sexual abuse. This shocking trend highlights the critical need to boost digital safety and enforce stronger protective measures
Australia is falling short in providing the crucial support families need after child sexual abuse. Experts are calling for urgent intervention and prevention measures to protect vulnerable children and break the cycle of harm for good
Australia’s eSafety commissioner is urging for YouTube to be included in the country’s under-16s social media ban, spotlighting growing concerns over young viewers encountering harmful content on the widely-used video platform
The Casey report uncovers alarming failures in addressing grooming gangs across the UK, exposing deep-seated institutional neglect and intricate race-related tensions. Labour’s striking reversal on the report highlights escalating political pressure amid rising public concern for safety and community cohesion
The tragic loss of three girls under Travis Decker’s care casts a powerful spotlight on the ongoing failures within child protective systems, igniting urgent demands for enhanced oversight and more effective prevention measures nationwide
A convicted child rapist from Brazil was shockingly discovered residing at a daycare center in Massachusetts, sparking serious concerns among local officials. This alarming revelation highlights the pressing issues surrounding migrant backgrounds and the safety of our children in community spaces. Investigations are currently underway to address these critical matters.
According to a recent UNICEF report, thousands of children have been subjected to sexual violence in the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The organization emphasizes the urgent need for protection and support for these vulnerable victims.
Human Rights Watch highlights the alarming rates of Aboriginal child removals in Australia, revealing systemic disparities that disrupt Indigenous families. This practice raises significant human rights concerns and calls for urgent governmental action and reform.
French prosecutors have launched a rape investigation linked to a growing Catholic school abuse scandal. The inquiry follows numerous allegations of sexual misconduct within the church, highlighting the urgent need for accountability and reform in the institution.