Do we know the statistics?
The issues that affect our children are endemic community ills that have proliferated unaccountably far too long, with children being neglected, abandoned and abused.
Child Abuse is a Crime! no matter the form—mental, emotional, physical or sexual. Sexual abuse is one of the most damaging as it steals the innocence and identity of its victims.
Child sexual abuse is an issue and community ill that devastates the lives of many—children as well as those who have aged, but not matured due to the effects of this evil.
Based on the reported figures, 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys are sexually abused before 18. However, only 1 in 10, who are sexually abused tell about or report their experience, approximately 42 million, thus, the statistical numbers are skewed to the point of what’s reported. When we consider numbers unaccounted for we surmise that the numbers for actual cases of sexual abuse is a much greater astounding figure.
Childhood sexual abuse disrupts the lives of its victims, stunting growth, and wreaking havoc emotionally/mentally and functionally. Some are able to overcome in time with the proper resources and support, while others experience a lifetime of anguish and torment.
Together WE Can Give Greater Hope to the Hopeless by helping to Give Voice to the Voiceless of child sexual abuse.
VoiceUP…Be a Voice!
