media
Thank you for your interest in Children of the Street. Media coverage is critical to educating the public on the issue of child/youth sexual exploitation and trafficking, raising awareness and promoting our vital programs. Please see below for our latest press releases and current news stories, or browse our website for more information about our organization. You may also wish to contact us directly for further information or a potential story angle.
For all media inquiries, please contact Communications & Development Manager,
Jen Graham at
(604) 218 - 3758
jgraham@plea.bc.ca
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game safe
Due to COVID-19, kids are spending more time online than ever. Playing online video games is one of the main ways they spend this time. Exploiters know this just as well as we do. So, while the games are fun, and the onscreen characters can seem cute and friendly, the people behind the characters may not be. Our latest campaign (Dangerously Cute, 2021) aims to educate parents and caregivers about the risks of online gaming and give them tools to teach their kids to game more safely.
help Kids stay safe during COVID-19
Due to the COVID-19 health crisis, kids are spending more time online then ever. To help them navigate these difficult times,
we encourage caregivers to talk to your child about online risks and safety.
C.A.R.E
a guide to bystander intervention
Created for our Redefining Masculinity program in collaboration with Reel Youth, our new insightful video is teaching ways young people can speak out against toxic behaviours. The film was designed to be played, paused, and discussed with youth to provide them the tools to intervene in uncomfortable situations. Check it out!
Sexual exploitation and human trafficking are realities in our society. With the advances in technology information is more readily available to Canadians but so too are the opportunities for vulnerable children and youth to be exploited. Below are a few examples of sexual exploitation and human trafficking in the media:
2021
Risky online experiences among 9-12 year olds on the rise
2021 Trafficking in persons report (U.S. Department of State)
TikTok for parents: How to keep your child safe
Statistics Canada report: Trafficking in persons in Canada, 2019
TikTok Joins the Technology Coalition to Improve its Approaches in Protecting Young Users
Why do we let corporations profit from rape videos?
Winnipeg man facing 22 child exploitation charges including luring
Online sexual exploitation of children on the rise during pandemic
'Be aware,' predators use video game chat to lure kids, Coquitlam parents warned
OPP launches human trafficking research
Calgary man charged with sexually trafficking and exploiting teens
Manitoba investing $900K to stop sexual exploitation of children
Opinion: 'Sugar Daddy' is a new term for the same old oppression
'Be aware,' predators use video game chat to lure kids, Coquitlam parents warned
Online sexual exploitation of children on the rise during pandemic
Q & A: How youth can stay safe as they spend more time online
Fake victim but real consequences for Regina man
Cybertipline 2020: Rise in online enticement and other trends from exploitation stats
Ontario introducing 'first of its kind' anti-human trafficking legislation
Record number: Alberta's Internet Child Exploitation Unit 'swamped' as pandemic pushes kids online
Sask. police say online 'sextortion' involving kids is a 'growing concern'
Sudbury woman facing six charges related to child sexual abuse material
Human Trafficking operation ends with several arrests during Super Bowl week
Former Kelowna pimp released on day parole
Safer Internet Day: Prioritize and protect child well-being online
Amanda Todd’s accused cyberbully extradited to Canada to face charges
The Canadian Parliament’s Hearing Taking on MindGeek Executives
The 2020 UNODC Global Report on Trafficking in Persons
Canadian Centre for Child Exploitation reports 88% spike since pandemic
Halifax man caught with collection of child pornography at work pleads guilty
Frankville, N.S., man charged with child porn offences
Online sexual exploitation reports have increased during COVID-19 pandemic: RCMP
TikTok reveals new privacy settings for kids: What parents should know
Crown admits some allegations of sexual assault by disgraced former Vancouver detective
New rules on removal of illegal online content could help in battle against child pornography
COVID-19: Isolated youth online more than ever, increasing risk of bullying and other cyber crimes
2020
Learn more about youth sex trafficking with ‘Love Bombing 101’
Boycott call grows after Port Coquitlam mom finds doll in sexy underwear
Sextortion on the rise in Surrey, parents warned of extra risk during pandemic social distancing
Child luring case a wake-up call to Tri-City parents
Pimps denied bail in case involving trafficking of Tri-Cities teen
2019
Most creative art from Youth Art Engagement Project
Boys learning how to be men and not jerks
Public awareness campaign takes aim at toxic masculinity
Children of the Street shows the signs of toxic masculinity
Global News Morning BC discuss Toxic Stops Here campaign with Hayden Averill
Society launches 'toxic stops here' ad campaign in local bus shelters
Diane Sowden on the Simi Sara Show - Tireless child advocate retiring after 25 years
Diane Sowden to retire from the society formed in 1995 to prevent child sexual exploitation
2018
Group makes link between Halloween costumes and sexual exploitation
Hayden Averill, Program Coordinator, talks to Global News Morning BC about Redefining Manhood
Children of the Street Society Tackles the Bystander Effect
Social Media Campaign Focuses on "Locker Room" Talk
Bannon case and why it's so important on CKNW
CTV News interview Diane Sowden on the case of BC convicted pimp Michael Bannon
Diane Sowden interviews after Bannon is sentenced to 14 years for pimping charges
"Lets put an end to this 'LockerRoom' talk" - conversation with Program Coordinator, Ala'a Founouni
2017
Creativity not exploitation in kids Halloween costumes
MLA Linda Reimer speaking about Children of the Street Society
CKNW interview on Uncertain Terms Campaign
Adweek Coverage of Uncertain Terms Campaign
2015
Justice Canada announces funding for Children of the Street Society
2014
Young Men Charged With PimTeens
2013
Sexy Costumes under fire (The Province)
Chilliwack Group Raises Awareness
Children of the Street Society present in Oliver
Sexting Victoria teen to be charged
2012
14th Annual Stop Sexual Exploitation Week
Protect Children from Online Predators
Student starts Crime Prevention Project
2011
Teen daughter lost to drugs inspired Sowden
Sexual Exploitation and Human Trafficking Workshop draws crowd
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