Sicilian Region establishes group to combat pedophilia and child pornography

Last Updated: May 9, 2024

The paragraph discusses the establishment of an interinstitutional group to combat pedophilia and child pornography in Palermo, Sicily. The group is composed of a team of experts and will be responsible for coordinating actions to protect minors who are victims of sexual exploitation and abuse. Their tasks include developing a three-year program of activities, monitoring for sexual crimes, providing support for victims, and raising awareness about these issues. Additionally, the group will establish agreements between public and private institutions, associations, law enforcement, and foster homes to strengthen the existing network and analyze the training needs of those dealing with pedophilia and child pornography. They will also verify the presence of facilities for victims’ assistance and create a database for this purpose.