Haya Rebh
MA Student: Thesis
She/Her | BA, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Concentration in Psychology, minor in Sociology, Carleton University; BAH, Psychology, Concentration in Forensics, Carleton University
Queen's University
Sociology
Supervisor: Dr. Alana Saulnier
My Master’s thesis examines how the COVID-19 pandemic influenced police reporting of child sexual abuse (CSA) in Ontario. Using a quantitative analysis of calls-for-service data from multiple police services, I compare pre- and post-pandemic reporting patterns to assess whether public-health restrictions, school closures, and shifts in routine activities altered opportunities for detection and intervention. By analyzing changes in call volume and reporting categories between March–November 2019 and March–November 2020, the study offers insight into how large-scale disruptions influence both detection and help-seeking. This research aims to support improved child-protection responses and inform policy discussions on how institutions can better safeguard children during future crises.