Elliot Costello’s meeting with a young girl named Thea in Cambodia ignited a campaign against child sexual abuse. Thea, a survivor herself, painted one of Elliot’s fingernails as they talked. He vowed to keep it painted in remembrance of her ordeal, catalyzing the #PolishedMan movement.

PolishedMan advocates for men to paint one nail, representing the one in five children impacted by sexual violence. Its objective is to confront violent behavior and language on a global scale. Elliot emphasizes that men are accountable for 96% of such abuse against children and must lead the charge for change.

“I assured her that I would always keep it painted to remember her, and by extension, her suffering,” Elliot affirmed as she painted one of my nails.The painted nail acts as a catalyst for conversations about child abuse and amplifies awareness for prevention initiatives. Contributions aid educational programs for child survivors. The aspiration is for more men, including celebrities, to participate in this vital movement. Share this to expand awareness.