The Role of the ICT Sector in Fulfilling Children’s Rights and Preventing Financial Misuse for Child Sexual Exploitation

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10.2991/978-2-38476-325-2_39How to use a DOI?

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Children’s Rights; ICT Sector; Child Sexual Exploitation; Financial Institutions; Content Monitoring; Online Safety; Privacy and Security; Corporate Responsibility; CRBP; Global Coalitions

Abstract

The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector holds a critical responsibility in safeguarding children’s rights and preventing the sexual exploitation of children via financial institutions. This study explores the essential roles and actions ICT companies can implement to address this issue. Key measures include deploying sophisticated content monitoring systems to detect and eliminate child sexual abuse material (CSAM), bolstering privacy and security protocols to protect children online, and establishing robust collaborations with governments, non-governmental organizations, and other key stakeholders. Furthermore, ICT firms can lead educational initiatives aimed at raising awareness about online safety among children, parents, and educators. By integrating comprehensive corporate policies in line with frameworks such as the Children’s Rights and Business Principles (CRBP) and engaging in global coalitions like the Financial Coalition Against Child Sexual Exploitation, the ICT sector can substantially reduce the risks and impacts of child exploitation. This proactive involvement not only ensures the protection of children’s rights but also fosters a safer digital environment and reinforces the ethical integrity of the ICT industry.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Keumala Dewi
PY  - 2024
DA  - 2024/12/19
TI  - The Role of the ICT Sector in Fulfilling Children’s Rights and Preventing Financial Misuse for Child Sexual Exploitation
BT  - Proceedings of the ASEAN Conference on Sexual Exploitation of Children (ACOSEC 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 337
EP  - 343
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-325-2_39
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-325-2_39
ID  - Dewi2024
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