Metadata Sub-indicator 16.2.1.1. Proportion of children victimizations under 18 to physical punishment or psychological aggression by their caregivers
Goal 16. Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels
Target 16.2. End abuse, exploitation, trafficking and all forms of violence against and torture of children
Indicator 16.2.1. Proportion of children aged 1-17 years who experienced any physical punishment and/or psychological aggression by caregivers in the past month
Sub-indicator 16.2.1.1. Proportion of children victimizations under 18 to physical punishment or psychological aggression by their caregivers
- Global
Proportion of victims under the age of 18 who have suffered physical punishment or psychological abuse at the hands of their carers Criminal offences associated with minor offences: Insults (sections 208 to 210 of the Criminal Code), Physical abuse without injury (section 147.3 of the Criminal Code) and Minor harassment (section 173.4 of the Criminal Code).
Number of victimisations among children under 18 who have suffered physical punishment or psychological aggression at the hands of their carers reported in year t (Vt) among the population in year t (Pt) per 100
Vt / Pt * 100
Percentage
Annual
Sex
Tier II
Yes
Security Statistics: Police interventions (ISO code: 68001)
10/03/2026
UNICEF