More calls from those attracted to children

Wednesday, 29 January 2025 06:30

More people are calling for help, saying they’re sexually attracted to children.

Two organisations, Beforemore and SAY NO, specialize in preventing sexual violence against children.

Last year, they had 110 calls from people. The year before, it was 82.

In the last ten years, calls have increased tenfold.

The aim is to stop someone acting on their urges. The phone lines are staffed by psychologists and psychiatrists.

A spokeswoman for SAY NO, based in Lausanne, says its encouraging people are using their services.

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