It erodes the confidence and trust of affected communities in all those providing assistance while damaging our collective integrity.Īll responders to this emergency are bound by the legal framework of their respective governing institutions. The UN’s Special Measures for Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse is widely accepted by the broader humanitarian community as it prohibits behaviours including, but not limited to, sexual activity with children (person under the age of 18) regardless of the age of majority or consent locally, sexual favours in exchange for any form of assistance, sexual harassment, misconduct and behaviour with children or any other persons while delivering aid or services.
