Across the globe, children are experiencing unspeakable violence. Millions are in danger. On city streets, in communities, schools and homes, children are attacked, exploited, abused and killed.

2015 can be the year of change. In September, world leaders will agree new global goals that will guide the development of our planet for the next 15 years.

It is vital that these goals include a robust target to end abuse, exploitation, trafficking and all forms of violence and torture against children, so that this becomes a priority for all countries. This will help deliver the action needed to prevent violence against children, to support survivors and ensure they get justice.

The UK government will have an important role to play in protecting children from violence. We are calling on all UK political parties to take a stand and commit to keeping children safe.

“Too many childhoods are broken by the trauma of violence. These children’s stories are hard to tell or listen to – so often we don’t. And the violence feeds on our silence – allowing the suffering of children to continue and grow.” - Baroness Doreen Lawrence

Call on the leaders of political parties to support a new global target to end violence against children everywhere. Together, we can make sure every child grows up safe.