Experts estimate that about 1 in 10 children are sexually abused before their 18th birthday. 2

Youth are the victims in 66% of all sexual offences reported to law enforcement.2

youth are 2.5 times more likely to be raped than adults. 2

35% of child victims are 11 years old or younger.2

Children living without either parent (foster children) are 10 times more likely to be sexually abused than children that live with both biological parents.2

Children who live with a single parent, who has a "live in" partner are at the highest risk. They are 20 times more likely to be victims of child sexual abuse than children living with both biological parents. 2

Children who witness or are the victim of other crimes are significantly more likely to be sexually abused. 2

9% of all 10-17 year old receive unwanted sexual requests while on the internet. 2

23% of 10-17 years old experience unwanted exposure to pornography. 2

About 75% of child pornography victims are living at home when they are photographed, and parents are often responsible. 2