2024-04-07 00:46:57
In a recent statement, the Attorney General of the Nation, Margarita Cabello Blanco, has announced a series of new measures aimed at strengthening the control and surveillance of the actions of the competent authorities in the care and comprehensive approach to cases of violence and abuse. sexual violence against minors in public educational institutions, as well as cyberbullying and grooming practices in the country.
Cabello Blanco specified that the control entity will carry out visits at the national and territorial level to investigate situations of physical and sexual violence against children. in educational settings, ensuring the timely activation of care routes, compliance with protocols and appropriate approach in the health, protection and justice sectors. In addition, he expressed his concern about the lack of rigor in the fulfillment of obligations by educational institutions.despite having behavioral manuals and rules to protect the rights of minors.
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The Attorney General reaffirmed her commitment to the fight against violence against children and adolescents, especially in digital environments, where they are victims of cyberbullying and grooming. These forms of violence, perpetrated through the internet and social networks, have serious consequences on the emotional, physical and social well-being of the affected minors.
In addition, he called on judicial operators to accurately identify crimes.assigning the correct name to what happened, in order to make violence and discrimination visible, and send a clear message to society, to the victims and to the aggressors.
The Attorney General warned that the Public Ministry will continue to monitor compliance with laws and regulations related to cyber violence, to ensure that cases are investigated and punished, and that victims receive protection. She also called on society to become aware of the risks and consequences of violence in digital environments, and committed to consolidating comprehensive strategies together with other institutions to combat this practice.
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