In an effort to suppress abuse experienced by youngsters, DepEd launches telesafe program to celebrate National Children’s Month. This will allow citizens to report any form of child abuse to the government agency.

DepEd Celebrates National Children’s Month

The Department of Education (DepEd) stated that it joins in celebrating National Children’s Month this November.

In line with this, DepEd launched the “Learners Telesafe Contact Center Helpline” to report incidents of any form of child abuse.

“Happy National Children’s Month!” they said on “DepEd Philippines” Facebook page.

“Kaisa ang Kagawaran ng Edukasyon ng buong bansa sa pagsusulong na mawakasan ang lahat ng uri ng karahasan sa mga bata.”

Education Department Implements Telesafe Contact Center Helpline

“Bilang mahalagang hakbang upang masugpo ang anumang uri ng pang-aabuso, ipinatutupad ng DepEd ang Learners Telesafe Contact Center Helpline na inilaan upang tumugon sa mga concern ng mag-aaral partikular sa pang-aabuso.”

• “Makipag-ugnayan sa mga sumusunod na links at numero para sa inyong mga concern.”
  • 🧑‍💻 weprotectlearners@deped.gov.ph
  • 🧑‍💻 https://www.facebook.com/deped.cpu
  • ☎️ (02) 8632-1372
  • 📱 0945-175-9777

What is National Children’s Month?

National Children’s Month (NCM) in the Philippines is an annual celebration held every November, dedicated to promoting children’s welfare, rights, and protection. Established through Republic Act No. 10661 in 2015, it aims to raise public awareness about the importance of children’s rights and well-being.

The DepEd, together with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Council for the Welfare of Children (CWC), and other government and non-government organizations collaborate to implement programs, campaigns, and events throughout the month.

Each year, the celebration highlights a specific theme that addresses relevant issues such as education, health, protection from abuse, and mental well-being, fostering community and national responsibility in creating a safe and supportive environment for children.

Importance of Protecting Children from Abuse

Protecting children from abuse is essential because they are vulnerable and still developing physically, mentally, and emotionally. Abuse—whether physical, emotional, sexual, or neglectful—can have severe and lasting effects on a child’s well-being and future.

When children experience abuse, it can lead to emotional trauma, mental health issues, developmental delays, and physical harm.

Abuse can also disrupt their education, social relationships, and sense of safety, potentially affecting their success and ability to trust others as adults.