At the Sharjah International Book Fair, the Khalid bin Sultan Al Qasimi Humanitarian Foundation (KSQF) and ECPAT International unveiled a groundbreaking Arabic guide designed to standardize how professionals discuss the sexual exploitation of children. By providing a clear, color-coded reference for journalists, educators, and policy-makers, the guide encourages the use of precise language—such as replacing ambiguous terms like “child pornography” with “child sexual abuse material.” This effort, developed by over 20 experts across the Arab world, ensures that terminology is not only legally accurate but also culturally sensitive and clear enough for children to understand.

Beyond mere definitions, the 185-page manual addresses modern challenges, including AI-generated abuse, online grooming, and digital extortion. The project emphasizes the importance of avoiding victim-blaming language, urging professionals to adopt terminology that accurately reflects the nature of these crimes. The foundation hopes that by integrating these guidelines into newsroom style sheets, case report templates, and institutional policies, organizations can foster a more empathetic and effective approach to child protection, ultimately turning abstract knowledge into tangible, real-world action.