Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Boys in South Asia: A Review of Research Findings, Legislation, Policy, and Program Responses

This paper provides an overview of research findings, legislation, policy, and program responses to prevent and respond to the sexual abuse and exploitations of boys in South Asia. The background to the paper is based on the findings from previously conducted UNICEF IRC research on child trafficking in the region, which reported that boys enjoy less legal protection than girls from sexual abuse and exploitation and less access to service for victims. This paper suggests that the rights and needs of boys require greater focus in legislation and policies (2010).