Breaking the Silence: The Role of Industry in Revolutionizing Child Online Safety
The Growing Threat of Online Child Exploitation The digital landscape has transformed dramatically, leading to an alarming increase in online child exploitation. Reports indicate a disturbing rise in incidents where children face sexual abuse through various online platforms. The Disrupting Harm in Cambodia Study shows that over one in ten children aged 12 to 17 […]
Smart Axiata and Ministry of Post and Telecommunications Join Forces for Safer Internet
The Ministry of Post and Telecommunications hosts Online Safety Forum 2024 Phnom Penh, Cambodia – On July 30, 2024, Smart Axiata, Cambodia’s leading telecom provider, partnered with the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC) to host the “Online Safety Forum 2024” at Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh. This event highlighted the importance of online safety as […]
Online Safety Forum Held to Enhance Child Protection Efforts
APLE was honored to take part in a panel discussion on fostering collaboration and collective efforts for child online protection. This discussion took place during the Online Safety Forum, co-organized by the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications and Smart Axiata on July 30, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh.Mr. Seila, the Director of APLE, […]
Reclaiming Hope: Bopha and Kanha’s Journey
In Siem Reap, amidst the bustling streets and ancient wonders, Bopha and Kanha once thrived as bright, promising students. Bopha found joy in cycling with her loyal companion Pito, while Kanha sought solace in dance and English classes taught by their aunt’s husband. Their lives took a devastating turn when they moved in with their […]
APLE Hosts Training Workshop on Child Protection in Siem Reap.
APLE, with the support from Plan International Cambodia and Terre des Hommes Netherlands, held a training workshop on “Prevention and Response to Child Sexual Exploitation Online” on June 13, 2024, in Siem Reap. The workshop was presided over by the Vice Governor and conducted in partnership with the Provincial Department of Post and Telecommunications. A […]
Strengthening Child Protection: APLE’s Annual Advocacy for Enhanced Child-Friendly Interview Rooms
On March 20, 2024, APLE hosted the Annual Child-Friendly Room Monitoring Advocacy Meeting at the Battambang Commissariat, underscoring its commitment to advancing child protection in the context of child sexual exploitation and abuse. Supported by BfdW, this pivotal event addressed the critical need to create safe, supportive environments for child victims during police interviews—a growing […]
Two Minor Girls Rescued from Human Trafficking Case in Phnom Penh
On January 12, 2024, the Phnom Penh Anti Human Trafficking and Juvenile Protection Unit rescued two sisters, aged 11 and 15, from a sex trafficking situation. They acted on a tip-off from the child protection NGO, APLE. APLE supported police investigations to identify possible victims and collect evidence for prosecution. Following their rescue, the two […]
Cambodia Launches the Guideline on COP For the Digital Technology Industry
Phnom Penh, on July 6, 2023 Cambodia, particularly the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC), along with the support of the Global Partnership to End Violence Against Children and UNICEF Cambodia, launches the Guidelines on Child Online Protection for the Digital Technology Industry, with over 150 participants from government ministries, UN agencies, development partners, civil […]
American Lawyer Deported to US for Sexual Abuse of Underage Girls in Cambodia
Phnom Penh, on July 4, an American lawyer, who spent over two years in a Cambodian prison for sexually abusing four underage children, was deported back to the United States. Now facing federal charges, 42-year-old Rugh Cline is currently held under house arrest. If convicted, he could be sentenced to up to 170 years in […]
Man Arrested for Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material and Extortion of Minor Boy
PHNOM PENH: On March 23, the Phnom Penh Municipal Court charged a 27-year-old Cambodian man from Battambang with production and distribution of adult pornography under Article 39 and distribution of child pornography under Article 41 of the Law on Suppression of Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitaition. The court puts him on remand to wait for […]