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While the world is focusing on the public health challenges and economic effects of the coronavirus, another pandemic is ravaging the country with little notice – exploitation of children. The International Criminal Police (Interpol) says the closure of schools and the increased time children spend online is exposing many to pornography and online grooming - complimenting, discussing shared interests or “liking” children’s online posts.
The situation is exacerbated by limited access to community support services, child care and educational personnel who often play a key role in detecting and reporting cases of child sexual exploitation, Interpol says.
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