Responding to CSEC

  • Who to Contact?

    Who should I call if I think a child or youth is being trafficked or sexually exploited?

  • Talking to Youth

    What are the best ways to talk to youth if we think they are at-risk, being groomed, or entrenched in the commercial sex trade?

  • Best Practice

    An overview of best practice for working with victims and survivors of human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation

Identifying CSEC

  • What is CSEC?

    What is the definition of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children and Youth? How is it happening and why do we use this term?

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    These are the most common questions people have about human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation.

  • Risk Factors and Warning Signs

    What are the factors that place people at higher risk for CSEC? What warning signs should you look out for?

Educator Resources

  • White Ribbon Lesson Plans

    Lesson Plans to help educate your learners about Trafficking and Exploitation.

  • Canadian Centre for Child Protection

    Kids in the know, education for students to keep them safe by spotting red flags, setting healthy boundaries, and more.

  • Draw the Line

    Creative ways to get the conversation started about sexual violence.

  • Understanding the Sexual Exploitation of Youth: An Introduction

    Understanding the Sexual Exploitation of Youth provides an introduction to the issue of the sexual exploitation/trafficking of children and youth. The information in this module will help you:

    • Understand what sexual exploitation and human trafficking are.

    • Recognize the signs of sexual exploitation and human trafficking.

    • Offer support and options for the young person, without judgement.

  • HELP Toolkit

    Identifying and Responding to Family Violence for Family Law Legal Advisers

  • Joy Smith Foundation - National Human Trafficking Education Centre

    Here, you will find a variety of courses intended for different audiences including youth, parents, educators, social workers, front line responders, medical professionals and those working in the justice system.