A new, comprehensive global evidence review confirms what prevention leaders have long known: violence against children and adolescents is preventable, and we now have stronger proof than ever before of what works. The INSPIRE Evidence Update, published online in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health, synthesizes findings from systematic reviews and primary studies, offering the most complete picture to date of effective interventions across countries and contexts. The analysis found that every INSPIRE strategy includes at least one intervention with consistent, high-quality evidence of effectiveness. This research solidifies the scientific foundation of INSPIRE for global action. Through a collaboration between the University of Oxford, the INSPIRE Evidence Lab at Georgia State University, the World Health Organization, the CPC Learning Network at Columbia University, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the research reaffirms the power of evidence-based prevention. Together, these findings reinforce a clear message: violence against children is not inevitable and it can be stopped. With renewed scientific consensus and proven pathways for change, the INSPIRE Framework continues to guide governments, donors, and practitioners in building safer, healthier futures for all children.
