Target 2

End abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against and torture of children.

Could this be your career mission?

Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.

Employers

Child Advocacy Centers: Provide a child-friendly environment for the investigation and intervention of child abuse cases, offering support services to victims and their families.
Children's Advocacy Organizations: Promote policies and programs that protect children's rights, prevent abuse, and ensure a safe and supportive environment for all children.
Child Helplines: Offer a confidential and toll-free communication channel for children to report abuse, seek assistance, and access support services.
Prevent Child Abuse Organizations: Focus on community education, awareness campaigns, and prevention programs to stop child abuse before it occurs and promote healthy family environments.
Foster Care and Adoption Agencies: Provide safe and loving homes for children who have experienced abuse or neglect, removing them from harmful situations.
Child Protection Units within Law Enforcement: Focus on investigating and addressing cases of child abuse, exploitation, and trafficking, working in collaboration with other child protection agencies.
Child Welfare Services: Provide a range of services including child protective services, family support, and counseling to prevent and address abuse.
Legal Aid for Children's Rights: Provide legal support and advocacy for children to ensure that their rights are protected in cases of abuse, exploitation, or trafficking.
School-Based Child Protection Programs: Train teachers and staff to identify signs of abuse, provide support to children, and report cases to appropriate authorities.
Child Rescue Organizations: Rescue children from situations of abuse, exploitation, or trafficking, and providing them with shelter, counseling, and rehabilitation services.

Training

Child Protection Training Programs: Cover the basics of child protection policies, legal frameworks, and best practices for safeguarding children from abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and violence.
Trauma-Informed Care Training: Training in understanding and responding to the trauma experienced by children who have been subjected to abuse, exploitation, or violence, ensuring a sensitive and supportive approach.
Child Advocacy and Legal Rights Training: Focuses on legal aspects related to child protection, equipping participants with knowledge on laws, regulations, and advocacy strategies to protect children's rights.
Child Welfare Case Management Training: Provides skills and techniques for effective case management and prepares individuals to assess and intervene in cases of child abuse, exploitation, and trafficking.
Child Interviewing and Communication Skills Training: Covers effective communication and interviewing techniques specifically tailored for working with children, ensuring sensitive and age-appropriate interactions.
Preventing Child Trafficking Training: Focuses on identifying and preventing child trafficking, this program covers risk factors, indicators, and strategies to protect children from being exploited through trafficking.
School-Based Child Protection Training: Trains educators, school staff, and administrators to create safe environments, recognize signs of abuse, and respond appropriately to protect children within educational settings.
Child Mental Health First Aid Training: Equips individuals with the skills to identify signs of mental health issues in children resulting from abuse or violence and providing initial support and guidance.
Community Engagement and Outreach Training: Prepares individuals to engage with communities, raise awareness about child protection issues, and collaborate with local stakeholders to create a protective environment for children.
Digital Safety and Child Protection Online Training: Focuses on educating individuals on how to protect children from abuse, exploitation, and trafficking in the digital space.

Occupations

Child Protection Specialists: Design and implement strategies and programs to protect children from various forms of abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and violence.
Child Welfare Case Workers: Assess the well-being of children, intervene in cases of abuse or neglect, and work with families to provide support and ensure the safety of children.
Child Advocacy Lawyers: Focus on legal matters related to child protection, representing the interests of children in cases of abuse, exploitation, or trafficking.
Child Psychologists or Counselors: Work with children, providing therapy and support to those who have experienced abuse, exploitation, or violence.
Child Protection Officers: Develop and implement policies and procedures within organizations to safeguard children from harm.
Law Enforcement Officers (Specializing in Child Protection): Investigate and prevent cases of child abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and violence, often working in specialized units.
Social Workers (Specializing in Child Protection): Work with families, communities, and institutions to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
Child Advocacy Coordinators: Oversee and manage programs and initiatives aimed at advocating for children's rights and protecting them from various forms of harm.
Trauma-Informed Care Specialists: Provide trauma-informed care, recognizing and addressing the psychological and emotional impact of abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and violence on children.
Education Specialists (Child Protection): Develop and implement educational programs within schools to raise awareness about child protection issues and teach children how to protect themselves from harm.

Back to Goal 16 Targets

End abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against and torture of children.

Could this be your career mission? Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.

Employers

Could this be your career mission?

Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.