The 2025 National Children’s Month theme, “OSAEC-CSAEM Wakasan: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bata, Ipaglaban!” highlights a growing and urgent concern: the alarming rise of online sexual abuse and exploitation of children. In a world where digital spaces have become extensions of children’s homes and social lives, this theme serves as a powerful reminder that safety must not end at the physical doorway. It calls on families, schools, communities, and institutions to recognize that protecting children in the online world is just as critical as ensuring their safety offline.
The government of the Philippines has shown increasing commitment to safeguarding children’s dignity and rights, especially in cyberspace. Laws such as the Anti-OSAEC and CSAEM Act (Republic Act No. 11930) strengthen accountability for offenders and clarify the responsibilities of digital platforms in monitoring harmful online behaviors. Additionally, agencies like the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), and the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) continue to collaborate on rescue operations, legal support, and community education efforts. These actions reflect an evolving system that recognizes the complexity of modern threats to children.
Ultimately, the 2025 celebration is a call to action, a reminder that every child deserves to grow up in an environment where their rights are respected, and their safety is guaranteed. Ending OSAEC and CSAEM is not just about preventing crime; it is about upholding the dignity and humanity of every Filipino child. By working together and strengthening the systems that protect them, we take a strong stand for their present well-being and future potential.
References
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Republic Act No. 11930 – Anti-OSAEC and CSAEM Act of 2022.
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) – Child Protection Programs.
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