ABSTRACT
The roots of violence against children are multifaceted and preventing and eliminating it requires a multisectoral and integrated approach. The adoption of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals, with the inclusion of violence against children as a cross-cutting concern and a distinct target is an historic breakthrough. The 2030 Agenda is global and universal and has the unique potential to bring positive results to all parts of the world. Some intergovernmental regional organizations, such as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and the Council of Europe, have already adopted new regional plans on violence against children aligned with the 2030 Agenda. The Global Study called for the appointment of a Special Representative of the Secretary General on Violence against Children, global advocate who keeps the topic high on the policy agenda and mobilise action and support to ensure children's freedom from violence.
