In this report, UNICEF has conducted both a mapping of indicators and a new analysis of data on violence against children (VAC) prevalence and incidence across the region. The purpose of this analysis is twofold: 1) To better understand which VAC indicators countries and territories in ECA use to report VAC prevalence and incidence, and 2) To analyse the data on VAC in the region, which will help determine where to direct investments. The structure of the indicator and data analysis in this report follows the main categories of VAC defined by the International Classification of Violence Against Children (ICVAC) – including physical, sexual and psychological VAC, as well as neglect and violent killing. Selected indicators capturing various forms of VAC, such as “bullying” (physical, psychological, and sexual violence), have also been analysed for countries and territories in the region with available data, as well as so-called “composite phenomena”, such as “child marriage”. Drawing from the indicator map, databases, national administrative records, and international and national surveys, this analysis, conducted between July 2024 and May 2025, has revealed that, despite progress, violence against children across the ECA region remains widespread.
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