Missing Children Europe

If you’re experiencing something uncomfortable online, you can talk to a trusted adult or call 116 000 for help. You’re not alone. #OkToReport #CombatOnlineGrooming #116000

For 10 years, online services have voluntarily deployed systems that were a layer of protection for children online. Today, that protection is at risk. ECLAG and @DOTEurope urge policymakers to prevent the deconstruction of child protection mechanisms: doteurope.eu/wp-content/upl…

You don’t need to be sure. You just feel when something’s off. Trust your feelings. #OkToReport #CombatOnlineGrooming #116000

If someone asks for intimate info and it feels wrong — listen to that feeling. Help exists. #OkToReport #ChildSafety #CombatOnlineGrooming #116000

If someone keeps pushing your boundaries online, that’s a signal. You can talk about it. #OkToReport #CombatOnlineGrooming #116000

Talking to someone online makes you feel weird. Is that ok? If it feels off, it’s #OkToReport. #OnlineSafety #CombatOnlineGrooming #116000

Safer Internet Day 💛 Feeling uncomfortable online is a reason to speak up. Our new Snapchat campaign helps teens recognise grooming & know it’s #OkToReport. #CombatOnlineGrooming #116000

Last Friday, we co-hosted a meeting to bring together networks supporting children displaced from Ukraine. We explored cross-border protection gaps and shared insights on improving support systems to ensure every child receives the care they need—wherever they go.

🎁 This #GivingTuesday, your support can help save a child’s life. Across Europe, 250,000+ children go missing every year. That's why we coordinate and support the 116 000 missing children hotline - a free, 24/7 lifeline in 32 countries, handling 90k+ cases. Link in comments!

📢 Missing Children Europe signed a joint letter, calling on the EU to ensure that the upcoming Digital Omnibus fully safeguards children’s rights online. 👉5rightsfoundation.com/resource/joint…

Today, 18 November, marks the European Day on the Protection of Children against Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse. Today, and every day, Missing Children Europe stands with survivors, families, and all those working to end child sexual abuse. #EndChildSexualAbuseDay

If you have a child in your life, you've probably heard of grooming. But what is it exactly? Here's our explanation. And if you want to know more, check out the bE-Aware project: beawareproject.eu

💡 The DATA MISSING final report is now available in French, Dutch, and Lithuanian! The culmination of two years, this reports contains recommendations on how to improve data collection practices on missing children across the EU. Check them out here: missingchildreneurope.eu/data-missing/

Today, @MissingChildEU and partners met with Commissioner @magnusbrunner to urge the EU to act on the online child sexual abuse crisis - abuse that can also put children at risk of going missing. It’s time for EU Member States to protect children and uphold their rights. 🤝

Learn more about our work and the impact of the 116 000 hotlines 🔗shorturl.at/tYICQ #MissingChildren #Hotline

When a child goes missing, every second counts. That’s why we work to ensure the 116 000📞 hotline is available, a lifeline for children at risk and their families. → Free and confidential support → Psychological assistance → Legal guidance → Administrative help

Every 2 minutes, a child goes missing in Europe, that’s 250,000 cases a year. Yet data collection is inconsistent and fragmented. Our #DATAMISSING project reveals alarming gaps and calls for harmonised, annual EU-wide stats. 📄 missingchildreneurope.eu/data-missing/

Summer sees a rise in international parental abduction cases. Through the #FindingHome project, we're raising awareness and fighting to bring children back home. 💛 Please consider donating today to help bring children back home: missingchildreneurope.eu/donate/

As part of the Young, Queer & Away from Home project, we're running two surveys to better protect and support young LGBTIQ+🏳️‍🌈 people across Europe under 18 (at risk of) experiencing homelessness. 🔗It only takes 5 minutes: #surveys" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">iglyo.org/projects/yqa#s…

Today, on #InternationalYouthDay🌍, we celebrate the unique role that young people play in shaping our world. Every young person deserves to be who they are without fear of discrimination, especially during adolescence, a crucial time for growth and expression ↓↓