Realising participation and protection rights when working with groups of young survivors of childhood sexual violence: A decade of learning

This discussion paper reflects on barriers to, and opportunities for, participatory engagement with young survivors of childhood sexual violence.

The article draws on a decade long international programme of work 'Our Voices' and shares three key elements that have helped ‘scaffold’ our participatory work with young survivors:

• forming the right partnerships
• weighing up the potential risks and benefits of engagement
• putting in place support for all involved.

In conclusion, we present potential ways forward, underscoring the importance of addressing structural barriers, the need for creativity, and the significance of support and training for those accompanying young people and facilitating their engagement in the future.