RA.7610 ANTI-CHILD ABUSE LAW PRESENTATION

It talks about the RA. 7610 which is the anti- child abuse law.

1. RA. 7610 – ANTI CHILD ABUSE LAW

2. REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7610- ANTI CHILD ABUSE LAW Republic Act No. 7610, also known as the "Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation, and Discrimination Act," was enacted on June 17, 1992, in the Philippines. This landmark legislation provides special protection to children from all forms of abuse, neglect, exploitation, cruelty, and discrimination. It recognizes the rights of children as paramount and aims to ensure their safety and welfare .

3. CHILDREN It refers to a person below 18 years old or those over but are unable to fully take care of themselves from abuse, neglect, cruelty, exploitation or discrimination because of physical or mental disability or condition.

4. CHILD abuse It refers to any act or behavior by parents, caregivers or others that result in harm, potential harm, or threat or harm to a child. It compasses physical, emotional, and psychological harm, as well as neglect and exploitation.

5. Form of CHILD abuse Physical Abuse Intentional infliction of physical harm or injury on a child. Ex. Beating or slapping.

6. Form of CHILD abuse 2. Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Acts involving a child in sexual activities, whether for personal gratification, commercial gain, or other purposes. Ex. Child prostitution and trafficking for sexual purposes

7. Form of CHILD abuse 3. Psychological and Emotional Abuse Acts that harm a child's mental or emotional health and development. Ex. Verbal abuse, such as insults or threats.

8. Form of CHILD abuse 4. Neglect Failure of a caregiver to provide for a child's basic needs, leading to harm or risk of harm. Ex. Lack of proper food, shelter, or clothing and failure to provide medical care or education.

9. Form of CHILD abuse 5. Child Trafficking Recruitment, transportation, or transfer of children for purposes of exploitation. Ex. Selling or transferring children for illegal purposes.

10. Form of CHILD abuse 6. Child Labor and Hazardous Work Engaging a child in work that is exploitative or harmful to their health, safety, or moral development. Ex. Forcing children to work in dangerous environments.

11. Form of CHILD abuse 7. Discrimination and Denial of Rights Acts of exclusion or unjust treatment based on a child’s circumstances or characteristics. Ex. Discrimination due to poverty, disability, or ethnicity.

12. Form of CHILD abuse 8. Involvement in Armed Conflict Forcing or recruiting children to participate in armed conflicts. Ex. Using children as combatants or spies.

13. The Philippines has established several channels for reporting child abuse: Department of Social Welfare & Development (DSWD): Through the Child Health and Intervention and Protective Service (CHIPS). National Bureau of Investigation (NBI): Anti-Child Abuse, Discrimination, Exploitation Division (ACADED). Philippine National Police (PNP): Operation Center and local police stations. Local Barangay Councils: Barangay Council for the Protection of Children.

14. PENALTIES OF CHILD ABUSE 1 . Acts of Child Abuse or Cruelty Penalty: Prison Mayor in its minimum period (6 years and 1 day to 8 years) to maximum period (8 years and 1 day to 10 years). If the abuse results in serious physical injuries or death, the penalty may escalate under other provisions of the Revised Penal Code . 2. Child Prostitution and Sexual Exploitation Penalty: Reclusion Temporal in its medium period (14 years, 8 months, and 1 day to 17 years and 4 months) to maximum period (17 years, 4 months, and 1 day to 20 years). For individuals acting as procurers, syndicate members, or managers of prostitution, penalties are higher.

15. PENALTIES OF CHILD ABUSE 3. Child Trafficking Penalty: Reclusion Temporal in its medium to maximum periods (14 years, 8 months, and 1 day to 20 years). 4. Obscene Publications and Indecent Shows Penalty: Prison Mayor in its medium period (8 years and 1 day to 10 years) to maximum period. Fines ranging from ₱6,000 to ₱10,000. 5. Other Acts of Abuse and Exploitation Penalty: Prison Correctional in its medium period (2 years, 4 months, and 1 day to 4 years and 2 months) to maximum period (4 years, 2 months, and 1 day to 6 years).

16. PENALTIES OF CHILD ABUSE 6. Violations Committed by Employers or Guardians Penalty: Fine ranging from ₱50,000 to ₱200,000, and/or imprisonment depending on the gravity of the offense. 7. Aggravating Circumstances If the offense is committed by an ascendant, guardian, or person with authority over the child, the penalties are increased by one degree.

17. According to UNICEF, about 59% of Filipino children aged 1 to 14 have experienced violent discipline, equating to 20 million children. Reports indicate significant underreporting of child abuse cases due to fear, stigma, and lack of awareness. The DSWD recorded over 8,000 cases of child abuse in 2021, highlighting the persistence of the problem despite legal safeguards. Physical Abuse: Approximately 20% of Filipino children experience physical violence in their homes. Child Labor: An estimated 2.1 million children are engaged in hazardous labor in the Philippines. Online Sexual Exploitation of Children (OSEC): The Philippines remains a global hotspot for OSEC, with 149,000 cases reported in recent years. Statistics on Child Abuse in the Philippines

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