Johns Hopkins International Injury Research Unit Releases New Framework for Prevention of Violence against Children

The Johns Hopkins International Injury Research Unit recently released a new framework for continued action in the prevention of child violence. The paper, entitled, “Prevention of Violence against Children: A Framework for Progress in Low and Middle-income Countries,” was authored by Unit leaders Aruna Chandran, Prasanthi Puvanachandra and Dr. Adnan Hyder.

Violence against children has historically been the least studied area of child injuries. Although previous work on the subject has highlighted the need for more data, services and reforms, the authors indicate that the current agenda remains limited. Therefore, they offer a revised approach which they suggest should focus on four domains: national surveillance, intervention research, legislation and policy, and partnerships and collaboration.

Although some progress has been made, and the prevention of violence against children is rising as a public health priority, taking this new approach will be critical in continuing to protect vulnerable children from further injuries and death. The Johns Hopkins International Injury Research Unit is committed to this important effort and welcomes partnerships in the area of child violence prevention.

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