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Statistics on Child Exploitation
Thorn
www.wearethorn.org/child-trafficking-statistics
www.wearethorn.org/child-pornography-and-abuse-statistics
National Center For Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)
www.missingkids.com/ourwork/ncmecanalysis
Child Internet Safety - DOJ
Nearly all American children now have access to the Internet. Internet technology affords children access to vast amounts of valuable information and endless sources of entertainment. However, it also exposes children to certain dangers. This article discusses various strategies and protective steps a parent can implement to better protect their children online.
For more information, https://www.justice.gov/criminal/ceos/additionalresources/onlinesafety.html.
Rights of Child Victims - DOJ
Protecting the rights and welfare of children remains one of the highest priorities for the United States Department of Justice. This article highlights the resources and tools available to protect children subjected to the legal system.
For more information, https://www.justice.gov/criminal/ceos/additionalresources/childvictims.html.
Laws and Reporting Abuse
For more in depth information on internet child exploitation laws in the United States, please visit the Department of Justice Citizens Guide to Child Pornography Laws
To Report Child Pornography and Child Sexual Exploitation:
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NCMEC Cyber Tip Line http://www.missingkids.com/gethelpnow/cybertipline
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INTERPOL/INHOPE (select country and report) http://www.inhope.org/gns/report-here.aspx
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If a child is in immediate danger, CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY and provide as much information and detail as possible.