Summary

In her report, the Special Rapporteur on the sale, sexual exploitation and sexual abuse of children, Mama Fatima Singhateh, explores issues relating to the sale, sexual exploitation and sexual abuse of children in Uruguay, in the light of international human rights norms and standards. On the basis of the information gathered prior to, during and after her visit, conducted from 16 to 26 May 2023, she highlights legislative initiatives, the institutional framework and child protection policies implemented to combat and prevent the phenomena, as well as measures taken to care for and ensure the recovery and reintegration of child victims. She makes recommendations to strengthen efforts to prevent and eradicate the sale, sexual exploitation and sexual abuse of children.