Child Sexual Exploitation Investigations

Participants in this course will learn about the various forms of child sexual exploitation, including online exploitation, trafficking, and sexual abuse. They will also learn about the psychological effects of sexual exploitation on children and how to properly interview and support victims. In addition, attendees will gain an understanding of the legal framework surrounding child sexual exploitation cases and will be taught best practices for conducting investigations, collecting and preserving evidence, and working with multidisciplinary teams. Through lectures, group discussions, and interactive exercises, participants will have the opportunity to deepen their knowledge and skills in this important and challenging field.

• Understand the different forms of child sexual exploitation, including online exploitation, trafficking, and sexual abuse
• Learn about the psychological effects of sexual exploitation on children and how to properly interview and support victims
• Gain an understanding of the legal framework surrounding child sexual exploitation cases
• Become proficient in best practices for conducting investigations, collecting and preserving evidence, and working with multidisciplinary teams
• Develop skills in communication and collaboration through lectures, group discussions, and interactive exercises
• Acquire the knowledge and tools needed to protect children and bring perpetrators to justice.

Instructor:  Lieutenant Rebekah McKinzie