World Childhood Foundation USA is proud to announce the release of the The U.S. Out of the Shadows Index that examines the actions—and inactions—taken by […]
2025 United States Out of the Shadows Index Read more
A new study by Evident and the HUG Project, financially supported by the World Childhood Foundation, sheds unprecedented light on why and how Thai youth
This week, colleagues from all four Childhood offices gathered in Stockholm for our annual meeting. Over several days together, we shared insights, challenged perspectives, and
Together for every childs right to a safe childhood Read more
Sebastian af Jochnick, long-time board member of Childhood, representing the af Jochnick Family, Co-founder of Childhood. What is it like to work with Childhood? Inspiring!
“Strong impact worldwide” Read more
“Without data, we are flying blind. If we can’t see it, we can’t solve it.” Inspired by these words of Kofi Annan, I feel hope
Global progress in the Fight Against Child Sexual Violence Read more
If I were to summarize not only the past year but the first 25 years of Childhood in one word, it would be people. I
“2024 has been a testament to the power of collaboration and bold action” Read more
It is hard to imagine the psychological stress and insecurity that children in war experience. In 2024 we intensified our work in war-torn Ukraine –
Protecting Ukraine’s children – now and for the future Read more
In 2024, we made remarkable strides in leveraging AI to combat child sexual abuse. Our flagship initiative, Stella Polaris, has become a cornerstone in our
AI-powered solutions to combat child sexual abuse Read more
A new study of Stop! My Body! shows that the school material strengthens children’s knowledge of emotions, the body, consent and online safety. The children who initially
Evaluation: “Stop! My Body!” increases children’s knowledge of consent and integrity Read more
Sexual abuse is sexual abuse – no matter where it happens. But children who are exposed online do not receive the same care, support, and
Childhood prevents child sexual abuse and exploitation. We do this in partnership with passionate pioneers, grassroots organizations, companies, foundations, and other stakeholders who share our
In April 2025, the Childhood-Haus concept was included for the first time in a government agreement at the federal level as part of the newly
Key milestone in Germany: National agreement for strengthened child protection Read more
On the 27-29th of January, our Secretary General, Paula Guillet de Monthoux, and Deputy Honorary Chair, HRH Princess Madeleine, participated in strategy and goal-setting sessions with Mary
Visiting childhood partners IN USA Read more
World Childhood Foundation, in collaboration with the University of Nottingham Rights Lab, has released a new report, Follow the Money, exploring how financial data can
Analyzing payments to stop child sexual abuse Read more
Childhood is built on strong partnerships and a shared commitment to every child’s right to a safe upbringing free from sexual abuse. Volvo Car Sweden
Volvo Car Sweden and Childhood: A Long-Term Partnership for Children’s Safety Read more
The report Who would ever believe me? from World Childhood Foundation and Barnrättsbyrån shows widespread sexual abuse and violence against children in state-run institutional care (SiS) in
“Who would ever believe me?” Read more
Stella Polaris Summit – a groundbreaking event on how artificial intelligence can be used in the fight against child sexual abuse – was held on
Trailblazing Conference on AI and Child Sexual Abuse Read more
25 years have passed since HM The Queen decided it was time for the world to stop turning a blind eye to the fact that
“We must never take children’s safety for granted” Read more
Stronger protection for children in war-torn Ukraine, AI tools to support investigations of child sexual abuse, a unique pilot project within the Catholic Church, and
Activity report 2023 Read more
Despite a global shift away from residential care in institutions and orphanages, there is limited understanding about how residential care is perceived by children and
Study on the experience of alternative care leavers in chiang mai & chiang Rai, Thailand Read more