Dutch perpetrators of transnational child sexual abuse

• In Event: Child sexual abuse

Abstract

Background and purpose: Transnational child sexual abuse (TCSA) is increasingly recognized as a widespread problem that causes far-reaching harm in the lives of minors. Nevertheless, to date, despite increased attention in policy and research, little is known about the extent, nature and severity of the abuse committed, and the characteristics and modus operandi of perpetrators of TCSA. This study therefore aims to gain a better understanding of perpetration of TCSA by Dutch citizens.
Method: As part of a larger WODC research project, we conducted a questionnaire survey among a representative sample of nearly 10,000 Dutch men. For the first time, this self-report survey allows us to estimate the prevalence of TCSA perpetration among the Dutch male population, and to compare perpetrators of different types of (transnational) child sexual abuse on relevant risk factors.
Results and conclusion: This presentation discusses the results (not yet publicly available at the time of submission of this abstract) of this research project. Implications for practice are discussed.

Authors

• Arjan Blokland, NSCR

• Anneke Koning, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam