Protecting Children in the Digital Age
In celebration of the 2025 National Children’s Month, the theme “OSAEC-CSAEM Wakasan: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bata, Ipaglaban!” highlights a growing concern in today’s digital age—the protection of children from online sexual abuse and exploitation. With the increasing use of the internet, children are more vulnerable to online predators, making it essential for society to take a strong stand in safeguarding their safety, dignity, and rights. This year’s theme serves as a call to action for everyone to be more vigilant and proactive in protecting children both online and offline. The Philippine government has made significant efforts to address OSAEC and CSAEM through strengthened laws, inter-agency collaboration, and public awareness campaigns. Agencies such as the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) work together to rescue victims, ...