We had the privilege of conducting an Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) seminar during the launch of the Police Bisita Turo Program (Police Community Teaching Program), the police force’s initiative that aims to strengthen their community relations. Our seminar empowered 80 students, police officers, and youth leaders from two barangays in Olongapo City on the importance of online safety.
The trafficking of women and children was widespread in Olongapo, especially during the time of the Subic Naval Base’s presence nearby. In 1988, the US Naval Investigative Service confirmed the presence of child prostitution in Olongapo City. After the base closure, new clientele of child molesters from countries such as Australia and Europe moved in. That is why reaching this city is especially significant because it’s considered one of the most trafficked locations in the Philippines.
Students engaged during the session
It was fulfilling to see how engaged the participants were, especially since none of the students were familiar with OSAEC. By the end of the seminar, they gained insights and practical skills to protect themselves online such as setting up controls in place and the hotlines to call for addressing OSAEC-related concerns. The police officers also expressed their appreciation, emphasizing the importance and relevance of our OSAEC campaign especially in today’s digital age. We will continue to collaborate with the police and community leaders to empower them to protect children from abuse or exploitation.
2024 will see Captivating fund education and awareness programs reaching 30,000 women and students in locations considered significantly at risk of cybersex crime and human trafficking.
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