Human Trafficking: Preventing CSEC
August 27 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Description:
Human Trafficking: Preventing the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children
Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC), also known as child sex trafficking, refers to a range of crimes and activities involving the sexual abuse or exploitation of a child for financial benefit or in exchange for anything of value, including monetary and nonmonetary benefits. CSEC is a crime affecting children and youth across the state of Georgia.
This training provides attendees with a foundational understanding of CSEC and outlines steps individuals can take to raise awareness and respond to the issue in their communities. Participants learn about the root causes of CSEC and the circumstances that make children most vulnerable. They also gain strategies to prevent CSEC, identify warning signs, and report suspected cases.
In this professional-focused training, developed in partnership between the Georgia Center for Child Advocacy and the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Georgia, participants will learn about:
-Human trafficking and the commercial sexual exploitation of children
-Community resources available to victims
-Trauma, abuse, and victimization of children
-Warning signs that trafficking victims may display
-Vulnerabilities and red flags
-Steps to take to help keep children safe
Duration: 2 hours
Intended Audience: Afterschool Providers, Community Stakeholders, Counseling Staff, District Leaders, Early Learning Teachers (Birth-5 yrs), Elementary Teachers, High School Teachers, Mental Health and Wellbeing Specialists, Middle School Teachers, School Leaders, School Nurses, School Safety Staff, Social Workers, Teacher Leaders
DOE Office: Whole Child Supports
Topics: School Safety, Wellbeing, Whole Child Supports
Event Type: Event - Single
Delivery Mode(s): Virtual
Event will be recorded: Yes
Primary Contact: Molly Sims - molly.sims@doe.k12.ga.us
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