Peru launches national campaign against bullying and human trafficking
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In Ayacucho, Peru, Minister of Justice and Human Rights Ernesto Álvarez led a national campaign to combat bullying and human trafficking.
The Defense Public office organized the campaign with support from the Ministries of Education and Interior. Public defenders travelled to several regions to offer free legal help to children, parents, and teachers. Álvarez emphasized the importance of reporting these crimes and stated the government must protect citizens’ rights and needs.
He highlighted state workers’ efforts to educate students, women, and workers about their rights and how to make reports. From 2025 to August 2026, the Defense Public office provided legal support to 1,779 children involved in harassment cases. Of those cases, 966 involved bullying, 738 involved sexual harassment, and 75 involved sexual harassment of children under 14.
