IntroductionChild sexual abuse (CSA) constitutes a very limited number of cases, but is nevertheless extremely harmful to children. Studies have evaluated the consequences of childhood sexual abuse and revealed that such traumatic experiences can harm the child physically, psychologically and emotionally. Disturbing experiences can also have a negative impact on the child during adolescence and adulthood. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes child maltreatment as physical and emotional abuse, neglect, and commercial or other exploitation of children (Smallbone, Marshall, & Wortley, 2011). Unfortunately, there is no reliable and valid definition exclusively for child sexual abuse (CSA) (Collin, Daigneault, & Hébert, 2013; Smallbone, et al., 2011). Among practitioners and scholars, the consensus is that childhood sexual abuse is an acute social problem that needs to be brought to light, although there is ambiguity about the definition (Collin et al., 2013; Smallbone et al., 2011). Due to collective awareness, numerous research studies have been conducted on resilience or protective factors that prevail among crime victims (Ager, 2013). Some studies on child development have defined resilience as a set of protective factors that CSA survivors use to escape trauma and achieve positive adaptation (Luthar, Citchett, & Becker, 2000; Walsh, Dawson, & Mattingly, 2010). Luther stated, “Resilience refers to a dynamic process involving positive adaptation in the context of significant adversity.” (Luther et al., 2000, p. 1). clarified that in the absence of “risk factors”, CSA survivors can demonstrate positive functioning and achieve successful lives (Walsh et al, 2010; Anderson, 2006; Hyman and Williams, 2001). This research paper investigated both childhood studies and criminological literature in order to define resilience factors as precursors to the identification of risk and protective factors (Walsh et al, 2010; Anderson, 2006; Hyman and Williams , 2001; Dutton & Greene, 2010 ). The purpose of this article is to identify the individual and environmental factors that lead child victims of childhood sexual abuse to resilient and functioning lives. Some resilience-oriented diversion programs and policy recommendations were also offered. CSA Context To investigate pathways to resilience for children who have experienced childhood sexual abuse, we need to delve deeper into the context of child sexual abuse. Child sexual abuse is an extreme form of abuse, which has a negative impact on their functional development. Experiencing childhood sexual abuse at an early age can leave a residual effect on a child that can last throughout childhood, adolescence, and adulthood (Himelein & McElrath, 1996).