Responding to Sextortion Related Offenses Against Children

Sextortion using technology is an increasing trend seen by law enforcement. Sextortion refers to the crime where someone employs an abuse of power, usually a threat to expose explicit images, to coerce a person to do something. In this course, attendees will learn how to provide information on reporting these crimes to law enforcement, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and the electronic service provider(s). This course will conclude with identifying effective Sextortion prevention messages for youth, parents and educators.

Objectives:

identify the methods and tactics used by offenders
learn how youth are vulnerable to these tactics
identify the long-term impact of these crimes on victims
offer a victim centered response
identify prevention methods

You must also register for this class with Fox Valley Technical College/NCJTC – https://ncjtc.fvtc.edu/trainings/TR01523719/TRI2647328/responding-to-sextortion-related-offenses-against-children