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’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 Children (ICMEC), and Cambodia’s Ministry […]
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 Cambodian National Police, the Ministry […]
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, […]
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 […]
Village Boy Becomes Online Safety Advocate After Overcoming Digital Danger
In the small village of Battambang province, Dara, a 10-year-old boy, loved exploring the world through the internet on his new smartphone. His village was surrounded by rice fields, and life was simple but filled with love. Using the internet made Dara feel like he was part of a much bigger world. One day, Dara […]