“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
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
Groundbreaking report about sexual abuse and violence against children in state-run care 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
It only takes a few clicks to access child sexual abuse material via open groups on Facebook. It happens openly, not on the Darknet, and
Facebook – A hidden marketplace for sexual abuse Read more
New projects after board decision: We are very proud of all the new projects decided by our Board on June 13. We are particularly pleased
New projects after board decision Read more
“Visitors would spray themselves (with sanitiser) after touching me… it made me feel so low” says a child who grew up in an institution. Institutional
Millions of children grow up in institutions needlessly – what can we do to change this? Read more
A new report by the World Childhood Foundation and Barnrättsbyrån shows serious problems with sexual abuse and violations against children in state-run institutional care (SiS)
Sexual abuse of children in state-run institutionalised care Read more
A week ago, HRH Queen Silvia attended the opening of a Childhood-Haus in Munich, Germany. A Childhood-Haus (Barnahus) provides support and protection for abused children
HRH Queen Silvia at the opening of a new Childhood-Haus in Münich Read more
The European Commission has proposed legislation to combat child sexual abuse, which has sparked a debate in Sweden. Without new legislation in place by August
The European Union: Proposed legislation to combat sexual abuse of children Read more