Child abuse is a problem that cannot be ignored. Every child has a right to live in a safe environment that enables them to thrive and grow.

Unfortunately, many children around the world suffer from abuse, neglect, and maltreatment, which may lead to long-lasting physical and emotional damage in their lives.

To curb this problem, the ELIZA Association launched the Stop Child Abuse campaign, aimed at raising awareness, educating the public, and preventing and advocating against child abuse in all forms.

The ELIZA Association

The ELIZA Association is a non-profit organization committed to ending child abuse in Turkey. The Association was established in 1999 by Dr. Feride Acar, a Turkish physician, human rights defender, and Professor of Pediatrics at Ankara University.

The ELIZA Association operates a network of child-friendly centers across Turkey, where child abuse victims can access services such as medical care, counseling, legal assistance, and education support. .

ELIZA Association also runs the Child Abuse Training and Research Center (CAM), which offers training for professionals such as teachers, social workers, lawyers, and healthcare providers on how to identify, prevent, and respond to abuse cases.

What is the Stop Child Abuse Campaign?

The Stop Child Abuse Campaign is a sustained effort by the ELIZA Association to raise public awareness about child abuse and its negative effects on children.

The campaign aims to educate the public on how to prevent child abuse, identify and report cases of abuse, and create a society where children are respected, protected, and heard.

The campaign includes various initiatives such as:.

1. Public Awareness Raising

The ELIZA Association runs public awareness campaigns to educate people about the critical issue of child abuse. They work with media outlets, celebrities, and community groups to spread the message against child abuse and how to prevent it.

2. Advocacy and Policy Reform

ELIZA Association also advocates for improved policies and legislative measures to protect children from abuse and prosecute offenders.

They collaborate with the Turkish government and international organizations to ensure that relevant laws and policies are enforced effectively to safeguard children.

3. Community Education

The association provides training and resources to empower communities to respond more effectively to child abuse.

They organize workshops, conferences, and seminars for community leaders, parents, teachers, and other stakeholders to equip them with knowledge and skills to prevent and identify child abuse cases.

4. Child Protection Services

ELIZA Association operates child-friendly centers across Turkey where children who have suffered from abuse can access medical care, counseling, legal assistance, and education support.

These centers provide a safe and caring environment where children can heal and recover from the trauma of abuse.

5. Engagement of Youth

The Stop Child Abuse Campaign has a youth engagement program to involve young people in the fight against child abuse.

The program aims to educate young people about their rights and responsibilities to protect children, develop critical thinking and advocacy skills and promote a culture of child-friendly communities.

How can You Help?

You can join the Stop Child Abuse Campaign by supporting the ELIZA Association in various ways:.

1. Donate

Your monetary contributions can help support the ELIZA Association’s operations, including the child-friendly centers, advocacy efforts, and public awareness campaigns.

You can donate on their website or make direct contributions through their bank account.

2. Volunteer

Volunteering your time, skills, and expertise can make a significant difference in the lives of child abuse victims.

You can volunteer at the Child-Friendly centers, participate in community education programs, or offer your services to the ELIZA Association’s administrative work.

3. Spread the word

You can help raise public awareness about child abuse and the ELIZA Association’s Stop Child Abuse Campaign by sharing their campaigns on social media, word of mouth, and other means of communication.

You can also endorse their work to your friends, family, and colleagues, and encourage them to support the cause too.

Conclusion

Child abuse is a widespread and devastating problem that affects children’s lives and futures. The ELIZA Association is at the forefront of the fight against child abuse in Turkey.

By supporting the Stop Child Abuse campaign, together, we can create a society where children are protected, respected, and heard.