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https://www.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Young_Girls_in_Malawi_600_1.jpg600614PEPFAR-funded Violence Against Children (VAC) surveys have helped raise awareness about the nature and magnitude of child abuse. Based on survey data from 11 countries, PEPFAR supports programs that respond to the complexities of childhood violence. PEPFAR also works with governments to develop and implement national, multi-sectoral plans that address maltreatment and sexual abuse. Veronica Davison / PEPFAR / 2015 / Malawi