It Takes You and I to End Violence Against Children

Violence robs children of their dignity, rights, potential and future. Join the global movement to keep children safe from violence and harm.

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.

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 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.

What Is World Vision Doing?

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

What is Malaysia doing?

On the local front, Child Rights Coalition Malaysia recently published the Status Report on Child Rights in Malaysia 2019, which includes World Vision Malaysia’s survey findings from communities in Mukim Tulid and Tatalaan, Sabah.

 

The Status Report provides a comprehensive update of how Malaysia is implementing its commitments as a signatory of the Convention of the Rights of the Child (CRC), covering key areas such as education, health, child rights, violence against children and special protections. You’ll also find a special insert, Children and the COVID-19 Pandemic, that highlights the unique challenges arising from the coronavirus and its impact on Malaysia’s children.

 

To access the full report, click here.

What can I do?

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:

Join #RunForChildren

When you run for 42 minutes, you are advocating for the 42 rights of the child on your runner’s bib and ensure that their rights are protected!

Host a Workshop

We run workshops for all ages so that more people will have a better understanding on child protection issues – how to identify and respond to violence, as well as develop better child care practices. 

Give to the Advocacy Fund

Your donation will support our child protection efforts in Malaysia and other countries, ensuring the well-being of children and raising awareness on child rights.
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

 

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