We speak to Innocent Madonsela, Activist, as the Sexual Violence Research Initiative Forum 2024 approaches in Cape Town, South African children express their frustration over the National Strategic Plan on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (NSP-GBVF). They argue that the plan overlooks their unique needs and concerns, with adults often making decisions without their input. This generational gap highlights the urgent need for inclusive dialogue, ensuring that children's voices are heard in shaping policies that directly affect their lives.