INHOPE Releases Annual Report 2024

Every year, INHOPE presents statistical insights from our global network of hotlines processing reports of online child sexual abuse material (CSAM). This data sheds light on the scale of abuse worldwide, helps us understand emerging trends, and guides our efforts to combat CSAM effectively.

In 2024, the INHOPE network faced its most challenging year on record, with hotlines processing nearly 2.5 million suspected online records of CSAM - a staggering 218% increase from 2023. This unprecedented volume underscores the essential role of the global hotline network in combating online child sexual exploitation and abuse. To understand the full scope of these numbers download your copy below.

• 2,497,438 records of suspected CSAM.
• 65% of the records were classified as illegal (a 202% increase from the previous year).
• 37% of records contained new content, requiring assessment by analysts.
• 93% of victims are children between 3 and 13 years old.
• 99% of victims are young girls.
• CSAM was traced to 86 countries in 2024, up from 84 in 2023.

INHOPE's network continued to grow and strengthen its influence worldwide through strategic expansion and diverse initiatives.

• 2 new member hotlines joined the network: Action Against Child Sexual Abuse Initiative (ACSAI) in Nigeria and the Internet Hotline Centre (IHC) in Japan.
• 55 hotlines operating across 51 countries, expanding INHOPE's global footprint.
• 10 peer-to-peer exchanges conducted, including regional exchanges in Latin America and Asia Pacific.
• 1,360+ attendees joined our webinar series “Expert Insights” on various online child protection themes.
• 250+ attendees participated in the INHOPE Summit either in person or virtually under the theme "Knowledge is Power, Reporting is Action"
• Universal Classification Schema Version 2 released in 4 languages to improve global consistency in CSAM classification.
• CPORT (Law Enforcement portal into ICCAM) launched and is now being used or piloted in 15 countries.
• Quality Assurance Programme conducted 9 hotline reviews to ensure high standards across the network.
• "Every Click Counts" campaign reached over 5 million people on social media.

As INHOPE moves into 2025, the organisation is focusing on strengthening core operations, enhancing the ICCAM platform, and deepening collaborations across all sectors. The report calls for increased private sector engagement and emphasises that combating CSAM is a shared responsibility requiring the commitment of stakeholders from across the digital landscape.

The fight against CSAM is a shared responsibility. Every organisation, platform, and individual plays a crucial role in fostering a safer digital space for children. INHOPE invites organisations to become Annual Funding Partners, helping ensure the financial stability of the hotline network while actively contributing to the global effort to combat CSAM.

To learn more about our network, our strategy, and our plans for the future, access our Annual Report 2024.

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