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Project 2KNOW Final Report
As Project 2KNOW comes to an end in February 2025, we reflect on the progress made to improve data collection and strengthen support for fam
Protect Children
Feb 281 min read


Experiences of Italian-speaking Victims and Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
REPORT Our Voice Italian Survivors: Experiences of Victims and Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation New #OurVoice language...
Protect Children
Feb 272 min read

Protect Children Annual Report 2024
The 2024 activities of Protect Children focused on the organisation’s three core themes: Support & Serve, Prevent, Advocate & Amplify...
Protect Children
Feb 191 min read


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 182 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 71 min read

In the Words of a Survivor: ‘Survivor’
The poem highlights the long lasting impact of childhood sexual violence, while also resisting a romanticised portrayal of survival
Protect Children
Dec 18, 20241 min read

In the Words of a Survivor: ‘I Mourn’
"I Mourn" is a survivor's poem that expresses the loss associated in the aftermath of childhood sexual violence and exploitation.
Protect Children
Dec 13, 20241 min read


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...
Protect Children
Nov 14, 20243 min read

Words Matter: Exploring the Impact of Terminology in Combating Child Sexual Abuse
Language plays a central role in human communication and expression, influencing both our perception of the world and that of others.
Protect Children
Oct 29, 20245 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


There is a Child in Every Image: Protect Children Has Analysed Over 2 Million Child Sexual Abuse Material Images to End the Cycle of Abuse
STATEMENT In our ongoing fight against child sexual abuse, Protect Children is dedicated to eradicating child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
Protect Children
Sep 21, 20241 min read


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 1, 20243 min read


The Dichotomy of Artificial Intelligence: A Force for Good and Evil
BLOG POST Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force in our world, bringing about significant advancements and...
Protect Children
Jul 31, 20245 min read


Contribution to the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the sale and sexual exploitation of children call for input
STATEMENT This Statement aims to inform the Special Rapporteur’s forthcoming report to the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in Octobe
Protect Children
Jun 14, 20241 min read


Online Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation in France: Experiences of French-Speaking 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 2, 20245 min read


Online Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation in Poland: Experiences of Polish-Speaking Survivors and Insights from Offenders
STATEMENT Available in English and Polish. This statement examines the alarming escalation of OCSAE in Poland, offering insights...
Protect Children
May 28, 20242 min read
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