Terre des Hommes reports 7,272 crimes against minors in Italy in 2025

Terre des Hommes reported that 7,272 minors were victims of crimes in Italy in 2025, a new record according to data from the Servizio Analisi criminale della Direzione centrale Polizia criminale. While the number of victims increased by approximately 1% compared to the previous year, the foundation noted a 43% increase in crimes against minors since 2015.

The 2026 dossier, presented in Rome on October 8, shows that family mistreatment was the most frequent crime, affecting 3,008 victims. Sexual violence and aggravated sexual violence accounted for 1,545 victims, while the abandonment of minors or incapacitated persons affected 637. Six out of every 10 victims are girls and women.

To address these issues, the foundation and Anci announced a forthcoming agreement to strengthen the role of Comuni in promoting rights, preventing violence, and protecting children and adolescents.