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Children speak, families struggle in Andhra PradeshCEFR A1
14 Jan 2026
Adapted from Karuna kumari Kandregula, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Prithiviraj A, Unsplash
Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
2 min
79 words
- Children sometimes tell adults about abuse at home.
- Many families do not know what to do next.
- Schools teach children about good and bad touch.
- Many adults do not get practical guidance.
- Communities worry about reputation and marriage chances.
- Caregivers fear stigma, blame and police action.
- Some families handle cases themselves and stay silent.
- Children often do not know where to get help.
- Formal helplines exist but many adults do not know.
- Families need clear, safe and private guidance.
Difficult words
- abuse — harm or bad treatment of a person
- guidance — advice or help about what to do
- caregiver — person who looks after a child or adultCaregivers
- stigma — negative judgment or shame about someone
- helpline — phone service for urgent help or advicehelplines
- reputation — what people think about a family or person
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Discussion questions
- Have you learned about good and bad touch at school?
- Do you know a helpline in your area?
- Would you tell an adult if a child told you about abuse?
