APLE at the 2025 ASEAN ICT Forum on Child Online Protection
In Kuala Lumpur on November 18–19, 2025, two APLE representatives joined government leaders, industry experts, and child protection advocates from across ASEAN for the 2025
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.
Court Sentences Two Cambodians for Child Sexual Exploitation Offenses
Phnom Penh Court Delivers Verdicts in Child Exploitation Case On November 20, 2024, a Phnom Penh court sentenced two Cambodian nationals for sexual offenses against minors. A 58-year-old male defendant received a 7-year prison sentence. Meanwhile, a female defendant was sentenced to 5 years imprisonment. Both were convicted of sexual
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
APLE’s Executive Director Addresses Vicarious Trauma at ICMEC Workshop on Crimes Against Children
Mr. Seila Samleang, Executive Director of APLE, had the distinguished opportunity to speak on vicarious trauma and preventative education at the Crimes Against Children workshop, held on Oct 14, 2024, in Phnom Penh. This significant event was organized by the Australian Attorney-General’s Department, the International Centre for Missing & Exploited
APLE Empowers Sub-National Government Officers to Combat Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
APLE held a full-day workshop on September 26, in Kep province, supported by Brot für die Welt, aimed at equipping 86 sub-national government officers with the skills and knowledge necessary to tackle Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. The participants, who included education officers, social service professionals, and local authorities
Training Manual on Child-Friendly Responses Finalized with Expert Input
The Police Academy of Cambodia, in collaboration with APLE, finalized a comprehensive training manual through a consultative workshop held on September 23, 2024 at the Police Academy of Cambodia Headquarter. This important event was presided over by the President of the Police Academy of Cambodia and included representatives from 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
Children’s Voices Shape National Plan to Combat Violence Against Children
In a demonstration of commitment to children’s rights, 125 children and youth shared their perspectives during a national consultation workshop focused on the National Plan for the Prevention and Response to Violence Against Children. Held on September 20-21, 2024, in Siem Reap, this two-day workshop was organized by the Cambodian
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
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