Violence against children takes many forms, impacting their well-being and development.
The various categories of harm include: Sexual violence, which encompasses defilement and non-consensual sexual contact.
Bullying is another major issue, described as aggressive behavior that can be both physical and cyber-based, often occurring in schools or online spaces.
The forms of abuse also extend to Emotional violence, characterized by ridicule, threats, rejection, and restrictions on a child's movement, which can severely damage their mental health and self-esteem.
A broad category, Maltreatment, covers various forms of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. Finally, Harmful practices represent a set of traditions or rituals that endanger children, including forced circumcision, FGM (Female Genital Mutilation), child marriage, and virginity testing.
Recognizing these distinct types of violence is crucial for developing targeted strategies to protect children and ensure their safety.
