Kompasstad Convention on the Protection of Children against Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse

The Kompasstad Convention on the Protection of Children against Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse is a multilateral treaty whereby states agree to criminalise certain forms of sexual abuse against children. It is the first micronational treaty that addresses child sexual abuse that occurs within the home or family.

Content
States that ratify the Convention agree to criminalise sexual activity with children below the legal age of consent, regardless of the context in which such behaviour occurs; it also mandates the criminalisation of child prostitution and pornography. The Convention sets out several measures to prevent child sexual exploitation and abuse, including the training and educating of children, monitoring of offenders, and the screening and training of people who are employed or volunteer to work with children.

Conclusion and entry into force
The Convention was concluded and signed on in Kompasstad, Mahuset.