National Child Assault
Prevention Project

Child Assault Facts

• Over 80% of abuse cases involve a parent or step-parent.
• Almost 50% of abused children are between the ages of 5-11.
• Offenders come from all occupations and socio-economic groups.
• 1/4 of all girls are sexually assaulted before reaching the age of 18.
• Over 90% of abuse is by someone children know & trust.
• 50-80% of all sexual abuse goes unreported.