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 strengthened our collective efforts to prevent child sexual abuse worldwide.
As field builders, we work to identify priorities, establish research, and shape strategies that drive lasting, systemic change for the safety of children. These days reminded us not only of the urgency of our mission, but also of the strength that comes from working as one Childhood family.
Change at this scale requires collective action. Since the beginning in 1999, partnerships have been at the core of our work. Together with our co-founders, investors, corporate partners, and passionate pioneers we have acted boldly and confronted the issues surrounding child sexual abuse and exploitation head-on. We have been tenacious in our efforts, exploring unconventional methods and pioneering new solutions to keep children safe.
From our offices in Sweden, Brazil, Germany, and the US, we have acted as a global force – impacting the lives of millions of children and their families. During our first 25 years we have invested more than 130 million USD in over 2,000 projects in 21 countries.
Our commitment is clear: every child should grow up free from sexual abuse and exploitation.
