Recent meetings
| Date | Commissioner / Cabinet | Topic | File |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Nov 2020 | Ursula von der Leyen President | Videoconference with Chairman of WePROTECT Global Alliance and Co-founder of Thorn (Topic: Fight against child sexual abuse) | — |
| 13 Nov 2020 | Ursula von der Leyen President | Videoconference with Chairman of WePROTECT Global Alliance and Co-founder of Thorn (Topic: Fight against child sexual abuse) | SRC |
Mission & Goals
WeProtect Global Alliance is a global movement dedicated to ending the sexual exploitation and abuse of children online. We bring together governments, the private sector, civil society, and international organisations to create a safer digital world where every child can thrive. Our Alliance connects over 300 members from across the globe, uniting diverse expertise and resources to protect children from harm, no matter where they are. We focus on driving policy change, fostering international collaboration, and promoting cutting-edge research to combat online child abuse. Through shared data, insights, and best practices, we empower our members to develop more effective solutions and inspire a coordinated global response. With a steadfast commitment to child safety, WeProtect Global Alliance stands as a catalyst for change, advocating for a world in which technology empowers and protects children, not endangers them.
EU Legislative Interests
- EU strategy for a more effective fight against child sexual abuse - European Electronic Communications Code (Directive (EU) 2018/1972) - Digital Services Act - AI Act - Proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council laying down rules to prevent and combat child sexual abuse
Communication Activities
- Global Summit to tackle child sexual abuse online and create a safer digital world for children - Model National Response (MNR) framework - Global Strategic Response framework - Global Threat Assessment
Interests Represented
Does not represent commercial interests
Member Of
Safe Online Fund Steering Committee Member Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse - Advisory Group member John Hopkins University, Moore Center, Global Perpetration Prevention Project - Advisory Group member Safe Futures Hub - Core Partner Organisation WEF Global Coalition on Digital Safety - Advisory Group member
Organisation Members
https://www.weprotect.org/members/
Additional Information
Two grants have been received and successfully implemented from the ISFP. The first (2021-22) action focused on activities to strengthen membership engagement and deliver a Global Summit. The final grant amount was EUR 418,113. The second action (2022-24, EUR 498,085) focused on activities to embed knowledge and support organisations working with victims of abuse. A further grant from the ISF of EUR 498,085 is being implemented between July 2024 and June 2026. This action will strengthen membership engagement and facilitate the creation of mechanisms to amplify survivor voices and efforts.