"It has become abundantly clear in recent years that men and boys are also targeted for sexual violence in conflict. [...] All Survivors Project upcoming report on Legacies and Lessons: Sexual Violence against males in Sri Lanka and Bosnia constitutes an important contribution to the understanding of this phenomenon."

This project is not only an idea whose time has come but also an idea whose time is long overdue in coming. At the centre of leaving no child left behind should also be the conscious effort to address sexual violence against boys.

My experience in Bosnia and other conflict situations shows that gender based violence against men and boys is even more of a taboo than against women and girls. This seems to be the main reason why there is not enough data available in this respect

I have no doubt that sexual violence and abuse against males is one of the most neglected, under-researched and often misunderstood issues. This project fills a gaping need.

Sexual violence is a scourge that must be combatted regardless of gender. This long overdue project seeks to ensure that boys and men are not left out.