We need to free our schools of sexual violence | Child Rights

Education is a fundamental human right. It has the power to raise people and populations out of poverty, level inequalities, and ensure sustainable development.

Yet, millions of children around the world are not safe at school. According to the latest United Nations estimate, 246 million girls and boys experience violence in and around schools every year. For these children, school is not a place where they can explore and thrive, but somewhere they are exposed to physical, psychological, or even sexual violence.

School-related gender-based violence – ranging from bullying and unwelcome…