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New UNODC campaign raises awareness of online child exploitation

IN Southeast Asia, the average screen time for children ages 6 to 14 is about 2.77 hours per day, exceeding the recommended two hours a day, according to a systematic review.

In Malaysia alone, more than 90 percent of those ages 13 to 17 have a social media account.

The UNODC’s ‘Beware the Share’ campaign videos feature relatable characters to make the stories engaging to younger audiences. Users from across Southeast Asia can play quizzes and watch video-game-style stories. CONTRIBUTED IMAGES