Did you know that an average of 7 children in Malaysia suffered abuse every day in 2008, and these were only the reported cases? Many more experience abuse in silence and behind closed doors. Like all children, they too have a right to a happy childhood, free of abuse. Abuse robs a child of their health, development and dignity. It can also leave invisible scars on children, their families and society that last lifetimes, if not generations.
Actually time and again, I really cannot understand why would people abuse innocent and vulnerable children? Kids, to me, bring joy to my life. I have 11 young cousins and I'm like a big sister to all of them. I can never scold them if they do anything wrong, rather just give them a soft pep talk. I was also a kindergarten part time teacher and I would never ever lay a hand on any of 'my kids'! I just never had a heart to do that. So, if I, a 19 year old knows that 'Hands are for caring and not hitting', I'm sure others out there especially adults could think the same!
Many are ignorant of child abuse cases and if they know about it, they do not know how to deal with it. Therefore, UNICEF wants to provide the Malaysian public with the knowledge, insights and resources to stop child abuse. The digitally-driven campaign, a first by UNICEF in the region, aims to unite 100,000 supporters to raise their hand in support of children. They hope the Malaysian public will embrace this campaign as their own, and support and promote it in their own unique ways to ensure a safe and protected childhood for every child in Malaysia.
So, do your part as a caring Malaysian to STOP CHILD ABUSE!! I have raised my hand to stop child abuse. What about you?
You can become a Campaigner for Children by hopping on the bus, and rallying others to join on the journey to end child abuse in Malaysia.
CLICK ON IT TO JOIN!
I have a question. Do you know where I can get that picture of the little girl with teddy bear? Is it copywritten? I would love to be able to use it with permission.
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