Strengthening Partnerships to Combat Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Human Trafficking
APLE Cambodia reaffirms its dedication to collaborating with law enforcement agencies, NGOs, and the tech sector to protect children, identify offenders, and secure justice for victims of online child sexual exploitation. On March 28, 2025, H.E. Lieutenant General Chiv Phally, Deputy Commissioner General of the National Police, led a crucial meeting focused on enhancing cooperation […]
Celebrating Cambodia Safer Internet Day 2025 and Looking Ahead to the Future of Keeping Kids Safe Online
Safer Internet Day 2025 emerged as a landmark event in the ongoing quest to ensure digital safety for children and youth. The event not only highlighted the crucial importance of online safety but also underscored the power of collective action in addressing the challenges of the digital age. A Successful GatherWith 1,728 participants, including students, […]
APLE and MoEYS Unite to Enhance Child Online Safety Education
Partnership Strengthens Internet Safety in Schools A significant milestone in child online protection was achieved when the Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sport (MoEYS) partnered with APLE Cambodia. They formalized their commitment to promoting Internet safety in schools. On December 13, 2024, Her Excellency Kim Sethany and Mr. Samleang Seila signed a three-year Memorandum of […]
Global Summit in Abu Dhabi Accelerates Action Against Online Child Exploitation
The WeProtect Global Summit, held in Abu Dhabi on Dec 4-5, convened over 600 multidisciplinary stakeholders worldwide to address urgent measures against technological trends impacting child online safety. Mr. Samliang Seila, Executive Director of APLE Cambodia, joined representatives from governments, companies, experts, and NGOs to discuss this critical issue. Mr. Seila highlighted regional and Cambodian […]
APLE and Ministry of Interior Strengthen Partnership Against Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
Renewed Partnership Focuses on Combating Child Exploitation and Strengthening Protection Efforts in Cambodia. In a significant move, APLE and the Ministry of Interior renewed their partnership for five more years. This renewed commitment was formalized on October 30, 2024. It marks a crucial step in fighting child sexual exploitation and human trafficking in Cambodia. The […]
APLE and the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport Host Workshop on Online Child Safety.
In a concerted effort to safeguard children in the digital world, APLE, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, successfully hosted a full-day workshop on Sept 23, 2024, in Kampot province, dedicated to raising awareness about online child safety and tackling the pressing issue of online child sexual exploitation. This workshop, made […]
Police Academy of Cambodia and APLE Collaborate to Enhance Skills of National Police Trainers
Phnom Penh: From September 18-20, 2024, a transformative three-day training course took place in Phnom Penh, focusing on Victim-centric Investigation of Online Child Exploitation and Sexual Abuse. This important initiative was co-organized by the Police Academy of Cambodia, the Cambodian National Police, and APLE. The training was presided over by HE Lt. Gen. Chiv Phally, […]
What Children Need for a Safer Internet
The internet is an essential part of children’s lives today, offering many great opportunities but also some risks. To make the internet safer for children, recent discussions with children have highlighted clear needs. Here’s what needs to be done: Stronger Rules and Better EnforcementChildren need stronger laws and stricter enforcement by online platforms. Governments and […]
APLE’s Fight Against Harmful Images Online
In the city of Phenom Penh, there’s a dedicated team working tirelessly to protect children from the dangers of the internet. This team is part of APLE Cambodia, an organization that uses advanced technology to find and remove harmful content online. A Day in the Life of Sreykev, a Content Analyst Sreykev is one of […]
How Can Parents Shield Their Children from Online Threats?
In today’s digital age, children have unprecedented access to the internet, offering them countless opportunities for learning, creativity, and social interaction. However, this same technology also exposes them to significant risks, including online grooming and sexual extortion. As parents and caregivers, it is vital to be proactive in protecting our children from these dangers. This […]