Children's Month

Protecting Our Future: Insights on the 2025 National Children's Month Celebration

November 14, 2025, marks the celebration of National Children's Month in the Philippines, with this year's theme focusing on ending Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) and Child Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Materials (CSAEM). The theme, "OSAEC-CSAEM Wakasan: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bata, Ipaglaban!" emphasizes the urgent need to protect children's safety, dignity, and rights in the digital age.

The Philippine government has taken steps to address OSAEC and CSAEM, including the enactment of Republic Act No. 11964, also known as the "Anti-Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children Act." This law aims to prevent, investigate, and prosecute online sexual abuse and exploitation of children. The government has also established the Inter-Agency Task Force on the Prevention and Investigation of OSAEC, which coordinates efforts across agencies to combat this issue.

Despite these efforts, challenges persist. The Philippines remains one of the top countries with high rates of OSAEC, with many cases going unreported due to fear, shame, or lack of awareness. To effectively address this issue, the government must strengthen its efforts in awareness-raising, capacity-building, and support services for victims. Collaboration with civil society organizations, private sector partners, and international agencies is also crucial in combating OSAEC and CSAEM.

The protection of children's safety, dignity, and rights requires a multi-stakeholder approach. As individuals, we can contribute by reporting suspected cases, supporting organizations working on this issue, and promoting digital literacy and online safety among children and parents. Together, we can create a safer online environment for our children.

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