It Takes You and I to End Violence Against Children

What Can I Do?

What is Violence Against Children?

Violence against children can take many forms. According to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), violence against children is defined as all forms of physical, mental and sexual violence, including neglect, maltreatment and exploitation.

Violence does not discriminate. It is pervasive across nationalities, ethnicities, religion and gender. Most cases of violence against children are perpetrated by those with the duty to care for children – family members, caregivers and teachers. These acts can have devastating, long-term effects on a child’s life, stunting their social and emotional growth as well as increasing their risk of anxiety and depression.

Here are a few facts about violence against children:

 

 

 

 

It doesn't need to be this way.

At World Vision, our dream for every child is simple: to thrive without experiencing violence of any form. We are intent on raising awareness and resources to this end.

The It Takes You and I to End Violence Against Children campaign will empower citizens of the world towards a global movement that is committed to keeping children safe at home, in school and online by looking at the ways in which we can uphold the rights of children.

What Can I Do?

What are the Rights of a Child?

Under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), children have 42 rights. These rights are based on what a child needs to survive, grow, participate and develop their full potential. They apply equally to every child, regardless of ethnicity, gender or religion. It is the responsibility of parents, governments and children themselves to ensure the rights of children are met.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Click here to read the full convention.

In the communities we serve in Malaysia and beyond, we:

 

 

 

 

You can be an advocate for children! Begin by equipping yourself with knowledge on issues of violence against children. Here is our resource to get you started. Remember to also share what you’ve learned with those around you!

If you have reason to believe that a child is being abused, you should contact the 24-hour Talian Kasih helpline at 15999 and report it to the authorities.

As part of the It Takes You and I to End Violence Against Children campaign, we would love for you to support and join our movement in the following ways:

Let’s work together to build a world where all children will grow up feeling loved, protected and safe!

Malaysia, It Takes You and I to End Violence Against Children.

Sources:

¹ United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), 2012

² International Labour Organization, 2013

³ UNICEF, 2014

⁴ End CSEC Network Malaysia and ECPAT International 2018, Universal Periodic Review