PROTECTION MEASURES APPLIED BY THE GUARDIANSHIP COUNCIL DUE TO CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS WHO ARE VICTIMS OF SEXUAL ABUSE

Abstract

This article aims to investigate and describe the protection measures applied by the Guardianship Council due to sexual abuse against children and adolescents, bringing into account the importance of the action of this body in guaranteeing the fundamental rights of children and adolescents who are victims of sexual violence. The present research is of a theoretical and documentary nature, based on the Statute of the Child and Adolescent (ECA), Law No. 13.431/2017, scientific articles and official publications, the successful initiatives in the prevention and response to sexual abuse will be analyzed, as well as the articulation and participation of the protection network formed by institutions such as schools,  health services, social assistance and the justice system. The study highlights the relevance of the action and the challenges faced in the effective application of protective measures. It is concluded that the strengthening of the support network and the continuous training of guardianship counselors are essential to confront sexual violence against children and adolescents.