Safeguarding Childhood report

Safeguarding Childhood is a first-of-its-kind global assessment of how 20 countries across five regions allocate and disclose national budgets to prevent and respond to child sexual abuse (CSA). Produced by FP Analytics in partnership with World Vision and Oak Foundation, the report examines the transparency of government spending, the alignment of budgets with national policies, and the balance between prevention and response efforts. Drawing on extensive document review, expert interviews, and cross-country analysis, the study finds that despite rising rates of CSA, most governments fail to clearly identify or adequately fund CSA-related initiatives — particularly prevention — leaving critical gaps in child protection systems. The report highlights trends, strengths, and weaknesses across countries and offers actionable policy recommendations to strengthen budgeting practices, improve accountability, and ensure that national commitments translate into meaningful protection for children.