Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse

In India, a child is sexually abused every 15 minutes. Thus, it is a problem that cannot be ignored. The trauma of sexual abuse in children often impacts the children through life; they become guilty, fearful, lonely and worried. About 85% of the offenders are known to the victim and only 25% of the victims speak about their plight.

Since it is not possible to keep an eye on the children all the time, creating awareness on the issue is the need of the hour. The intervention is fulfilled by undertaking awareness meetings/gatherings with community members, youth and school children in AWAG’s rural and urban work areas. Children are enlightened about safe & unsafe touch and to get away from an unsafe situation and seek help from a trusted adult.