Public Opinion is Clear: Urgent Legislation Required to Protect Children from Sexual Exploitation! Read the story

Resources

ECPAT International
Regional Overview: Sexual Exploitation of Children in Middle East and North Africa

Year: 2020

Stories

News from Kuwait

Indicators

Age of Consent

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The age of sexual consent is 21 years but only applies to girls, boys are covered under the term “indecent assault”, which does not imply sexual intercourse. The national legislation does not provide for a close-in-age exception.

Analysis of country legislation on age of sexual consent, 2024

Extraterritoriality & Extradition

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CSAM Definition

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Background Check Required

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National Commitments

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Child Advocacy Centers

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SEC Police Unit

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Protection Standards Travel and Tourism

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Public SEC Case Data

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