Sen. Sherwin T. Gatchalian has reiterated his call for better implementation of laws against child trafficking and abuse in the Philippines, citing a United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund study indicating that the problem persists.
SENATOR Sherwin T. Gatchalian has reiterated his call for better implementation of laws against child trafficking and abuse in the Philippines, citing a United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund study indicating that the problem persists.
“It is our duty to enforce the laws to ensure the safety of our youth from various forms of trafficking,s Disrupting Harm in the Philippines report showed 20% of Filipino internet users aged 12 to 17 have been victims of grave online sexual abuse and exploitation in 2021. This accounts for about two million minors.
Mr. Gatchalian sought for a stronger crackdown on child traffickers through effective enforcement of newly-passed laws such as the Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2022, and the Anti-Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children and Anti-Child Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Materials Act. Under the United States’ Trafficking in Persons Report last year, the Philippines remained at the Tier 1 status, meaning the country was able to meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking.
The report, however, identified the need for additional personnel and training on handling digital evidence. It also recommended increased support for programs providing specialized care for trafficking victims.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Gatchalian airs concern over unreported bullying cases in schoolsSenator Sherwin Gatchalian on Monday expressed concern over the supposed unreported bullying cases in schools as he noted the discrepancies between data from the Department of Education and several studies and reports.
Read more »
Sen. Gatchalian pushes Senate review of implementation of anti-bullying law | Butch FernandezSEN. Sherwin Gatchalian, warning against the detrimental effects of bullying on students in school campus, spearheaded Monday’s Senate inquiry by the Committee on Basic Education’s review of the implementation of Republic Act No. 10627 or the Anti-Bullying Law. Presiding over the hearing, Gatchalian aired an alarm over studies indicating the…
Read more »
Hontiveros asks China to ‘stop lying’ after accusing PH of maritime intrusion in WPSMANILA, Philippines - Senator Risa Hontiveros on Tuesday asked China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) to “stop lying,” after it accused the Philippines of intruding into its
Read more »
Addressing the ‘silent’ pandemic | Sonny M. AngaraIN January this year, the Senate Committee on Basic Education chaired by Senator Sherwin Gatchalian conducted a hearing to tackle Senate Bill 379, which aims to strengthen the promotion and delivery of mental health services in basic education schools through the institutionalization of the Mental Health and Well-Being Program. During the…
Read more »
Philippines-Japan-US tripartite agreement still a concept, no details yet —MarcosPresident Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has clarified that the possible tripartite agreement between the Philippines and its two close allies, the United States and Japan, is still a concept that has to be further discussed.
Read more »
Philippines' Marcos open to a troop pact with Japan - BusinessWorld OnlineMANILA – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Sunday he saw no reason why the Philippines should not have a Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with Japan if it would boost maritime security and ensure greater protection for Filipino fishermen. Marcos, however, also told reporters he would exercise care in pursuing a potential pact with Tokyo […]
Read more »