Amplifying our Voices to Advocate for Change
SIGN ON TO RAISE AWARENESS
Together with our members and partners we advocate for change:
- Raise awareness
- Data and evidence must shed light on child protection issues
- Policies and laws change when governments are educated
- Funding for public health programs can become priorities
No one institution, organization or government can tackle critical issues in isolation; it is only through working in partnership that we can work towards eradicating violence against children.
ISPCAN brings together the country, regional and global organizations with the influence, expertise and resources required to transform how child abuse and neglect is prevented worldwide.
By taking a public stand on key issues, we strive to deliver real change through a broad coalition of dedicated multidisciplinary partners dedicated to the protection of children everywhere.
Current Advocacy Statements
Children in Armed Conflict
ISPCAN and partners stand together to advocate to end any war fighting in civilian neighborhoods where child rights are at risk. Caregivers experiencing trauma also need help to support children. No matter where or why, the horrors of war and civil unrest affect all of us. ISPCAN stands for peace and diplomacy, not acts of war or violence, where children are the ultimate victims. In situations of humanitarian crisis, caregiving is severely compromised as parents must deal with their own trauma while providing basic support to their children. For caregivers in these areas, please find UNODC tools and resources that have been developed over a decade during various crises to help children and families. With our partners from UNODC, WHO, the University of Oxford, ISSOP, the University of Manchester, and Parenting for Lifelong Health we recommend these practical resources that are critical for the care of children.
Action Needed:
Children should not be affected in the middle of armed conflict or used as pawns. The short term harm and long term morbidity and risks for child abuse escalate exponentially in these situations, as do their chances of becoming orphans. Please sign our petition to end the violence in civilian areas in war and supporting caregivers through this trauma. Ultimately caregivers must have the tools and resources to help children to mitigate further harm.
Guidelines for Public Statements on Behalf of ISPCAN
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