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NEW: Data on the global prevalence of childhood sexual violence this year. Let's break the record of inaction and build a safer world.

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We are a global movement of survivors and allies working to end sexual violence against children and adolescents.

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We are taking action to advocate for laws and policies based on the pillars of prevention, healing, and justice.

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Taking action is important, but taking care of ourselves and those around us is equally important.

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Brave Movement is building a survivor-centered movement that connects and empowers individual advocates and organizations.

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The prevalence of childhood sexual violence is alarming

3 girls and 2 boys experienced sexual violence every second this past year

(Together for Girls, 2024)

1 in 5 girls & 1 in 7 boys will experience some form of sexual violence before their 18th birthday

(UNICEF Estimates, 2024)

1 in 8 children experienced non-consensual taking, sharing, and/or exposure to sexual images and videos this past year.

(Childlight, Into the Light Index)

We demand bold and transformative action from global leaders.

PREVENTION efforts taken to scale to ensure the safety of all children

HEALING designed via accessible, equitable child and survivor-centred processes

JUSTICE to safeguard both the present and the future generations from childhood sexual violence

Violence is preventable

For too long, victims of childhood sexual violence have been silenced, stigmatized, and shamed, whilst perpetrators have been exempt from justice. We CAN change that. Hear our incredibly powerful message of hope from our 13 brave survivor leaders and learn more about the Brave Movement’s mission to end childhood sexual violence.

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There is hope

Childhood sexual violence is the greatest scourge of out time, but there is hope. With prevention, healing and justice, together we can make a safer world for all children.

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No longer alone

Advocacy efforts to end childhood sexual violence can be both incredibly difficult and deeply rewarding. It is rarely easy, and it can be re-traumatizing. Collective action and community care are indeed essential in addressing and ultimately ending childhood sexual violence. Our co-founders share the impact of the Brave Movement and the immense support that makes them no longer feel alone.

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Hope is the key

Ending childhood sexual violence requires immense strength, persistence, and compassion. The journey is often challenging, but we can create real change through collective action and community care. Hope is the foundation of change. Brave Movement members share the powerful impact and overwhelming support the movement has given them, which has made them feel less alone and brought them a step forward in ensuring every child is protected from childhood sexual violence.

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Empowered voices together

The impact of unified efforts and a powerful support network to end childhood sexual violence can never be understated. The Brave Movement, through its survivor-centered approach, has provided survivors and allies with a powerful sense of community that has amplified their needs and lived experiences and greatly advanced their advocacy efforts. Together, survivors have helped with healing and promoting prevention and justice to build a safer world for children to be safe.

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Get involved!

As survivors and allies, we are healing together by joining forces to catalyze bold action. We are transforming our pain into a collective passion for bold action. There are several actions you can take to speak out and act up when there is silence and inaction. Together we can and we will succeed!

There are lots of other ways to get involved with the Brave Movement!

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