There are strong links between child sexual abuse and suicide but investment in specialist services to address this national tragedy is sadly lacking.
- Professor, Co-Lead of the Disrupting Violence Beacon and Chief Investigator ARC Centre of Excellence for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, Griffith University
It’s often the most vulnerable who suffer most in war. That remains true, with children making up around 40% of the casualties in the Israel-Hamas conflict. It’s devastating, now and into the future.
With 95% of households in Afghanistan not consuming enough food and the economy on the brink of collapse, this is a perilous time for the children of the country.
While the plan responds to many recommendations by the royal commission, it doesn’t adequately address at-risk youth or say how it will involve survivors in shaping and overseeing strategies.
A survey conducted in April revealed more than half the participants flouted social distancing rules to go shopping for non-essential items, and visit friends or family.
With so many parts of our lives turned upside down during COVID-19, hope may be in short supply. But there are things we can do to stay hopeful – and it’s important we do.
With social activities shut down across the country, many are wondering: how long will people stick to the rules, before they get complacent?
Reports from China suggest there has been increased household tension among isolated families. Our colleagues on-ground believe this has led to more alcohol consumption and domestic violence.
Satu dari empat anak perempuan di Indonesia menikah sebelum mencapai usia 18. Keputusan MK soal usia minimum pernikahan diharapkan menghentikan praktik pernikahan anak.
In Indonesia, one in four girls marry before the age of 18. It’s hoped a Constitutional Court ruling will spell the end of child marriages.
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