New challenges bring increased risks in combating child sexual abuse, exploitation.
Despite some progress made globally, children around the world still face serious and evolving risks of being sold, sexually exploited and abused, the UN independent human rights expert on the sale, sexual exploitation and sexual abuse of children , Mama Fatima Singhateh, warned on Monday. “There is a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of these crimes,” Ms. Singhateh said. “We are also witnessing stronger international cooperation, more victim-centred approaches and deeper involvement from the private sector. However, despite these achievements, the scale and severity of abuses against children remain alarming and worrying.” Far too many children around the world are still being trafficked, sexually exploited and abused, Ms. Singhateh stated in her final report to the Geneva-based United Nations Human Rights Council , adding that these crimes are often hidden, perceived as normal or fail to receive due attention. Technology-driven risks on the rise The independent expert...