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What We Do

Through the use of data, Childlight works to shine a light on the hidden pandemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA) revealing its prevalence and nature worldwide.

We adopt a prevention-focused public health approach to our work because CSEA is preventable, not inevitable.

Who We Work With

Childlight was founded by the Human Dignity Foundation and is hosted by the University of Edinburgh.

We believe global collaboration and partnerships are crucial to safeguarding children from a pandemic of abuse. 

If you would like to work with Childlight then please get in touch.

CREATING SAFER SPACES FOR CHILDREN

We work with governments, international organisations like the World Health Organization and United Nations, NGOs, law enforcement, the tech industry, private sector, charities and young people worldwide in our mission to create safer spaces for children.

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Lighthouse

Our learning log shares insights and findings from our ongoing research and projects – to help illuminate a clearer path for others.

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Global Data Fellows

The Global Data Fellows Programme strengthens expertise in child protection, and drives innovative research.

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