Elliot Costello\u2019s encounter with a young girl named Thea in Cambodia sparked<\/p>\n
Thea, a survivor of abuse, painted<\/p>\n
one of Elliot\u2019s fingernails during their conversation. He pledged to keep it painted to remember her suffering, inspiring the #PolishedMan movement.<\/p>\n
#PolishedMan encourages men to paint one nail to symbolize the one in five children<\/p>\n
affected by violence. It aims to challenge violent behavior and language worldwide.<\/p>\n
Elliot points out that men are responsible for 96% of such abuse against children and must drive change.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs she painted one of my nails, I assured her I would always keep it that way<\/p>\n
to remember her, and by extension, her suffering,\u201d Elliot said.<\/p>\n
The painted nail serves as a conversation starter about child abuse and raises awareness<\/p>\n
for prevention efforts. Donations support educational programs for child survivors.<\/p>\n
The hope is for more men, including celebrities, to join this crucial movement. Share this to spread awareness.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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