SOSA works across three areas: education that helps prevent abuse, undercover operations conducted with ICAC task forces, and direct support for survivors. Each program informs the others.
Prevention
Education is key in stopping online sex abuse before it happens. SOSA works with families, schools, and communities to bolster awareness of online sex abuse. This includes educating caregivers and teachers on red flags to look out for, strategies for enforcing online safety, and common abuse tactics used by ACMs (adults contacting minors).
See our education programsIntervention
When kids are experiencing harm online, SOSA works directly with Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task forces to stop that abuse. We create decoys, communicate with ACMs, identify perpetrators, and compile evidence so offenders can be stopped.
How we partner with law enforcementSupport
After online sex abuse has taken place — whether recently or years in the past — SOSA provides support to survivors. The program funds trauma-informed therapy, sends care packages, and supports witnesses through the process of testifying in court.
Survivor Support ProgramThe full list, grouped by program area.
Prevention
Intervention
Get in touch
Contact our team by sending us an email.
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