When asked why they did not disclose exploitation and abuse to anyone, children most often pointed to a lack of clear support pathways. 25% 18% 13% They did not know where to go or who to tell They felt embarassed or ashamed They did not believe the incident was serious enough to report 7% 7% They did not care enough about what happened to share it with anyone They were worried about getting in trouble Most children who did disclose, chose to do so to a friend (23 per cent), followed by one of their siblings (11 per cent), or their mother/a female caregiver (11 per cent). Through Children’s Eyes Fewer than 1 per cent of cases were reported to the police, a social worker, or through a helpline. Who do children tell? 30