Glossary Term

Child protection

Child protection is defined as freedom from all forms of abuse, exploitation, neglect, and violence, including bullying; sexual exploitation; violence from peers, teachers, or other educational personnel; natural hazards; arms and ammunition; landmines and unexploded ordnance; armed personnel; crossfire locations; political and military threats; and recruitment into armed forces or armed groups.

Term Info

Source

INEE. (2024). INEE Minimum Standards for Education: Preparedness, Response, Recovery.

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