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The National Anti-Violence and Sexual Harassment Helpline (NAVH) received 16,525 reports in 2025, a 49 per cent increase from 11,068 in 2024, according to the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF). The rise was driven by increased reporting from law enforcement, social service agencies, and schools, with public awareness heightened after the Megan Khung case. NAVH reports led to 13,475 cases requiring follow-up, and the Domestic Violence Emergency Response Team (DVERT) responded to 1,439 incidents, more than double the 675 in 2024.
In 2025, there were 2,476 new Tier 1 child abuse cases and 1,917 new Tier 2 cases, with physical abuse being the most common form. Tier 2 cases involve high safety risks, including sexual abuse or serious injury, and are handled by MSF's Protective Service. Emergency orders issued in 2025 totalled 1,151, following amendments to the Women's Charter that took effect in January that year.
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