Violence against children often remains hidden.
It is rarely spoken about. It is not always recognized.
But that does not mean it does not exist.

The Into the Light Index, developed by the international research institute Childlight, provides, for the first time, a comprehensive picture of the true scale of child sexual exploitation and abuse — within families, across communities, and increasingly in digital spaces.

📌 One in five children experiences sexual solicitation or unwanted sexual contact online before the age of 18.
📌 Millions of children worldwide are subjected to abuse that remains undisclosed and unreported.
📌 Emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, are increasingly being misused to create and distribute harmful content that threatens children’s safety.

This is not a distant or isolated issue.
It is happening here and now — across all regions, including countries with advanced education systems and widespread access to technology.

The Into the Light Index is more than a collection of data points.
It represents real children’s experiences, translated into evidence.
It is a critical tool to help governments, civil society, and international partners recognize hidden risks, acknowledge the scale of the problem, and take informed, coordinated action.

We will continue to share key findings, insights, and recommendations from the Into the Light Index to ensure that child protection remains at the forefront of public and policy agendas.

📖 The full report is available on the official Into the Light platform by Childlight.

Because awareness is the first step toward safety.
And silence is no longer an option.