Crimes against Children
“Fighting this global scourge means building a society that leaves no-one behind”
Crimes against children include exploitation, abuse, trafficking, and neglect. These crimes rob children of their innocence and future, leaving lasting physical and emotional scars.
Global Impact of Crimes against Children:
Millions of children worldwide are victims of crimes such as sexual exploitation, forced labor, and trafficking. These crimes not only harm individual children but also perpetuate cycles of poverty and violence.
Effects:
- Physical:Children suffer from injuries, malnutrition, and other health issues.
- Psychological:Victims often experience trauma, anxiety, and depression.
- Social:Crimes against children disrupt families and communities, perpetuating cycles of poverty and violence.
International Police Law Enforcement Commission INTCIPOL’s Role:
International Police Law Enforcement Commission – INTCIPOL’s Child Protection Unit works tirelessly to rescue victims, prosecute offenders, and prevent future crimes. We collaborate with member countries, NGOs, and international organizations to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
Key Initiatives:
- Rescue Operations:Coordinating cross-border efforts to save children from exploitation.
- Training Programs:Equipping law enforcement with the skills to investigate and prevent crimes against children.
- Awareness Campaigns:Educating communities on how to protect children and report abuse.
Impact:
In 2023, International Police Law Enforcement Commission – INTCIPOL’s efforts led to the rescue of over 500 children and the arrest of 100 traffickers.
Exploitation, trafficking, forced labor and abduction: these are just some of the dangers faced by children around the world today. At International Police Law Enforcement Commission – INTCIPOL, we work to address those crimes that have an international dimension.
To help trace missing children, while our human trafficking experts work alongside member countries to rescue child victims of trafficking and forced labor.
Exploitation
The global reach and anonymity of the Internet have greatly facilitated the distribution of child sexual abuse material, and access to it. Offenders can now produce, exchange and even direct live video of children – even babies – being abused. They can also come into direct contact with children via social networks and chat functions in games or apps.
The priority of our Crimes against Children unit is to:
- identify and rescue young victims of sexual abuse;
- block access to child sexual abuse material;
- Prevent offenders from travelling abroad to abuse children or escape justice.
