Should I report it
Any child or young person who has been a victim of sexual violence, or who knows what has happened, can report the crime!
If you have been a victim or know of a situation of sexual violence against children or young people, it is very important that you tell the police authorities or the Court about it.
If you do so, you are helping: this way, the person who committed the crime can be punished and prevented from doing the same to other children or young people.
If you think you can't do it by yourself, ask someone you trust to help you!
We know that reporting a crime is not easy.
There are several reasons why you might not want to report a crime, which you can check here.
Before you make a decision you can talk to us so that we can inform you, advise you and offer you the support you need.
Whatever you decide, you always have the right to be supported.
Even if you do not report the crime, it is very important to talk to someone and seek help.
Disclaimer
Some of the information on this website has been simplified so that it can be understood by everyone. This simplification does not, however, put in question the accuracy and correctness of the contents. The content of this website was created by APAV as part of the CARE plus project, funded by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation. The content reflects the point of view of APAV, which cannot be held responsible for any use that may be made of the information contained herein.
