Global Day to End Child Sexual Abuse

April 11, Friday

Global Day to End Child Sexual Abuse
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The Global Day to End Child Sexual Abuse is observed annually on April 11. It was established by the organization *The Innocence Revolution*, founded by Jill Starishevsky and Tom Scales. The day was first held in 2013, with events taking place in more than 30 countries and half of the U.S. states.

Goals and Objectives
The purpose of this day is to raise awareness about the consequences of child sexual abuse, promote protective measures, and provide support to victims in their journey toward healing and justice. Typically, educational programs, informational campaigns, and actions are organized to create a safe environment for children worldwide.

How It Is Observed
Activities include:

- Educational seminars and lectures
- Informational campaigns in the media and on social networks
- Organizing meetings and conferences with experts
- Charitable actions and fundraising to support victims

Related Initiatives
In addition to April 11, there are other initiatives focused on fighting child sexual abuse. For example, the Council of Europe established the *European Day for the Protection of Children from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse*, which is celebrated annually on November 18. This day aims to raise awareness and promote actions to prevent sexual exploitation and abuse of children in Europe.

Additionally, on April 8, *Global Collaborative* was launched – a global initiative aimed at promoting the establishment of the *International Day for the Prevention of Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, their Healing and Justice*. This initiative seeks to unite survivors, human rights organizations, and governments to protect children and support victims worldwide.

This day aims to unite the efforts of society, organizations, and government institutions to prevent child sexual abuse, assist victims, and create a safe environment for future generations.
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