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The Take It Down Act will protect victims of digital exploitation, hold internet platforms accountable by requiring them to remove such imagery from their platform and provide justice for victims by allowing prosecutors to go after those who publish nonconsensual explicit images online," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters (as reported in USA Today Network). May 19th President Donald Trump signed a bill that had been promoted by Melania Trump to help protect minors from online exploitation. The bill does many things including requiring Electronic Service Providers (ESP) to scrub their platforms and take down any non-consensual intimate imagery upon notice from the victim within 48 hours of the verified request.Million Kids celebrates this achievement. Certainly, there is much more to be done. Few parents, teachers, pastors, civic leaders and parents and grandparents recognize the magnitude of the issue.In 2024, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) processed more than 20 MILLION reports of possible online exploitation. This is with only 15% of ESPs reporting. And Million Kids believes the number is much greater because of some manipulation in reporting.Even more terrifying is to recognize that 84% reports of child sexual exploitation online resolved outside the U.S., meaning that our kids are on the global front line of exploitation. It is important to understand that there was a 1,325% increase in CyberTipline Reports that involved Generative AL Technology (GAI).Be sure to join this podcast as we sort through the upside of this new legislation and challenge all of us to do more to keep our kids safe from predators.
*Disclaimer/Trigger Warning* This episode may not be appropriate for all ages and audiences as it contains candid conversations about child abuse, child predators, child sex offenders and cyber crime. Join Kosta and his guests: Lt. Heather Marshall, Public Information Officer and Detective Conor Sparkman from Cookeville Police Department. In this episode: We say this in every episode, but the Upper Cumberland is changing. We don't live in the same world we grew up in and maybe that's the scariest part of all. Kids don't have to leave their room to find themselves in a dangerous place. In this episode, we'll talk about how to keep our children safe online and offline, but first, let's start with what makes the internet a scary place for our kids to be? There's always a feeling like this could never happen to me. Cybercrime seems like something that happens on shows or movies, but it wouldn't happen to us. How prevalent is this kind of behavior here in Cookeville and across Tennessee? Do you think most parents are really aware of what their kids are doing online? Do you think most parents are really aware of the dangers they could be facing online?Find out more about Cookeville Police Department:https://cookeville-tn.gov/245/Police-DepartmentContact Cookeville Police Department's Criminal Investigation Division: 931-520-5384 National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)https://www.cybertipline.com
Protecting our Children: What You Need to KnowHosts: Steve Boese and Trish SteedGuest: Gavin Portnoy, Vice President of NCMEC's Strategic Advancement & Partnerships Division SummaryIn this episode, Steve and Trish discuss the critical work of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) with Gavin Portnoy. They explore the organization's mission to protect children from online exploitation, the importance of parental awareness, and the resources available for prevention. The conversation highlights the evolving dangers children face in the digital age, the role of technology in child safety, and the need for community engagement and legislative support to combat these issues effectively. Chapters00:00 Introduction to NCMEC05:17 Importance of Online Safety for Children07:53 Preventative Measures Against Online Exploitation13:40 Resources for Parents and Caregivers19:12 The Role of Technology in Child Safety 24:42 How Organizations can Support the CauseThank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman.HR is about to change for good with the power of Human Intelligence.By combining AI and the rich data of Workhuman's #1 rated employee recognition platform, Human Intelligence answers HR's most demanding needs……unlocking insights and capabilities that redefine talent management, cultural transformation, and employee engagement — ultimately elevating performance and, above all, people.The future of HR has arrived. Will you – and your company – be a part of it?Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.This episode of At Work in America is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes.Are you ready to crush the year ahead? The 2025 Priorities for Business Leaders Report from our friends at Paychex is here, and it's packed with insights from 600 companies on how to drive growth and get ahead.This isn't your average data dump — it includes actionable strategies on everything from attracting new hires to improving employee retention, managing HR compliance, and leveraging technology to stay competitive. If you want to stay ahead of the curve and tackle 2025 with confidence, download the report today at paychex.com/awia.It's free, it's insightful, and it might just give you the edge you need.
In this episode, hosts George Weiner (Chief Whaler at Whole Whale) and Nick Azulay (Digital Strategy Manager) discuss several notable stories in the nonprofit sector. They begin with an analysis of Super Bowl social impact advertisements, breaking down the effectiveness and cost implications of nonprofit messaging during the big game. They highlight that the $8 million cost for a 30-second spot equals roughly 275 years of the average nonprofit's annual advertising budget. The conversation then shifts to concerning policy changes affecting the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), discussing the Justice Department's funding threats and their impact on LGBTQ+ youth services. On a more positive note, they cover the launch of ROOST (Robust Open Online Safety Tools), a new nonprofit consortium backed by major tech companies to develop safety tools for startups.
C'est un verdict qui fera sans doute date dans le débat sur la protection des données sensibles et l'usage des services cloud grand public. La Cour d'appel de Paris a rendu son fin janvier, en donnant raison à Google face à un avocat parisien dont le compte avait été fermé après la détection de fichiers jugés sensibles. Tout commence en janvier 2021. Grâce à ses systèmes automatisés de détection de contenus illégaux, Google identifie 77 images de mineurs à caractère pornographique sur le compte Google Drive d'un avocat parisien. Ces fichiers provenaient en réalité d'un dossier pénal dans lequel l'avocat représentait la défense. Conformément à ses conditions d'utilisation, Google désactive immédiatement le compte de l'utilisateur le 6 janvier 2021 et signale l'affaire au National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), une organisation américaine spécialisée dans la protection des mineurs. Un signalement obligatoire aux États-Unis, même si l'utilisateur en question est un professionnel du droit. Face à cette situation, l'avocat ne tarde pas à réagir. Il assigne Google en justice, en janvier 2021, réclamant 200 000 euros pour son préjudice professionnel et 100 000 euros pour son préjudice personnel. Son argument principal : il détenait ces fichiers dans un cadre strictement professionnel et leur présence sur Google Drive était légitime.Mais la Cour d'appel de Paris ne l'a pas entendu de cette oreille. L'arrêt confirme que Google n'avait pas à vérifier la légitimité des fichiers détectés. Pire, une telle vérification aurait même pu constituer une violation du secret de l'instruction. Cependant, la justice française valide le signalement effectué par Google au NCMEC. Elle rappelle que les obligations légales américaines s'appliquent à tous, sans exception – même lorsqu'un avocat conserve des documents dans l'exercice de sa profession. Seule bémol pour Google : sa filiale irlandaise est condamnée à verser 12 000 euros de dommages et intérêts à l'avocat, pour n'avoir pas communiqué le signalement au NCMEC dans les délais impartis par une ordonnance de justice rendue en janvier 2023.Cette décision met en lumière un vide juridique : les avocats, mais aussi d'autres professions réglementées, peuvent-ils stocker des documents sensibles sur des plateformes comme Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive ou Dropbox ? Ou doivent-ils obligatoirement recourir à des solutions spécialisées, comme Proton ou Infomaniak, conçues pour garantir la confidentialité des données ? Google, comme d'autres géants du numérique, applique avant tout les lois de son pays d'origine, sans prendre en compte les spécificités des législations nationales de ses utilisateurs. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
This is about abuse, missing, and murdered children. Listen with care.In preparation for Friday's new episode with Melanie Perkins McLaughlin, a replay of Andy Puglisi's case first released in June 2023, in two parts. There are many updates to this story, despite the decades-long mystery.In part one, we explore the haunting case of 10-year-old Andy Puglisi, the boy who vanished from his neighborhood, spotlighting the societal attitudes towards missing children during that time. The discussion delves into the failed police response, media portrayal, and subsequent changes in child protection laws.On Sunday, August 22, 1976, (we learn this is the actual date he was last seen), Andy Puglisi disappeared from a public pool in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Melanie Perkins McLaughlin, Andy's childhood friend and documentary filmmaker, spent years piecing together the events of that fateful day. Her decades-long investigation, highlighted in her documentary "Have You Seen Andy" and new podcast "Open Investigation," brings fresh perspectives to his case and others like his.It doesn't stop with Andy's story. We delve into the broader narrative of missing and murdered children in the 1970s, an era marked by systemic child abuse within the Catholic Church. This period saw high-profile cases like Etan Patz and, later, Adam Walsh, which led to the creation of crucial resources like the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). We learn about Springfield boy, Danny Croteau, and the powerful forces that shielded his alleged killer, Father Richard R. Lavigne, a notorious child abuser who would later be convicted of molesting boys across Western Massachusetts, and the investigative work of journalists such as Kristen Lombardi, of the Boston Phoenix, whose work played a critical role in unmasking these crime against children.Crime of the Truest Kind - Episode 43 - What Happened To Andy Puglisi, Part OneSend a message to the showSupport the showFollow Instagram | Facebook | BlueSky | TikTok | Threads | YouTube For show notes & source information at CrimeoftheTruestKind.comGive the dogs a bone tip jar: buymeacoffee.com/truestkindBecome a patron: Patreon.com/crimeofthetruestkindThis podcast has minimal profanity but from time to time you get one or some curse words. This isn't for kids.Music included in episodes from Joe "onlyone" Kowalski, Dug McCormack's Math Ghosts and Shredding by Andrew King
Amanda Leese, SVP of Operations, Volunteers of America Delaware Valley, and Allison Accettola, Senior Vice President for Government Relations, discussed the Volunteers of America programming fighting human trafficking. While trafficking can involve forced labor VOA focus on sex trafficking, of women, children and men. Everyone is vulnerable, through fraud and coercion or by threats of violence to the victim and their family. They discussed their close work with local law enforcement to protect the victim, and the reentry programming they offer. They stress that education and awareness is vital for children and their families about the dangers of human trafficking, its early signs, and what to do if you suspect someone you know is being trafficked. VOADV has launched the Human Trafficking Awareness and Education program, aimed at educating school-aged youth and their parents about the dangers of human trafficking. The program was made possible by a federal appropriation sponsored by Congressman Donald Norcross. It will initially launch in Pine Hill, Voorhees, Maple Shade, Paulsboro, and Gloucester City in partnership with the towns’ local police departments. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) is developing grade-level specific educational materials for the campaign. VOADV hosts an annual Human Trafficking Summit, held in Atlantic City for the first two years and at Rowan University in 2024. A key point of the summit is to bring stakeholders, law enforcement, service providers, and legislators together to discuss best practices and how to support both victims and law enforcement prosecuting perpetrators of human trafficking. For more information go to VOADV.org
Melissa Brannen was a five-year-old girl who disappeared on December 3, 1989, from a Christmas party at her apartment complex in Lorton, Virginia. She was last seen heading back into the apartment to get some potato chips and never returned. Despite extensive search efforts, Melissa has never been found, and her case remains unsolved. If anyone has any information about Melissa whereabouts, they should contact the Fairfax County Police Department Major Crimes Bureau at (703) 246-7800, option #8. Additionally, they can reach out to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678). Click here to join our Patreon. Connect with us on Instagram and join our Facebook group. To submit listener stories or case suggestions, and to see all sources for this episode: https://www.inhumanpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#crimechatwithnatandkat present a #teaser for Episode 111: Who Killed Rachael? Nat starts by dishing the deets of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC). This leads into Kat's heartbreaking story of one of Utah's coldest cases. In 1982, Rachael Runyan was playing with her brothers when she was lured by a stranger promising ice cream and candy. Three weeks later, her lifeless body was found in a remote area. The investigation is still on-going -- if you have information about this case that can help bring the perpetrator to justice, please call 801-825-1620! Listen here
Morgan and Sarah talk about the Quiet on the Set documentary, and how kids are so easy to exploit. You also get a bonus with Morgan's neighborhood drama!!! Here is the link to the Interactive Media Bias Chart. https://adfontesmedia.com/interactive-media-bias-chart/ Resources: National Center for Missing and Exploited Children: NCMEC https://www.missingkids.org/home National Sexual Assault Hotline: RAINN https://rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline Happy Listening!
Welcome to "The Bible in Today's World", the show that compares today's world with the Word of God. In general and specifically, are we following the Bible in our daily walks? Is society demanding that we follow the Word of God in all that we do? Does our Almighty Father look upon us and frequently say, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" - or is He thinking of us as He thought/thinks of Sodom and Gomorrah? On today's show, we will explore, "Spiritual Gifts", Part 4. We will also play Part 1 of my interview with LISABETH THOMAS. LISABETH THOMAS, a media and marketing "whiz kid", as well as the founding president of "Texas Women in Business", will join us to discuss the horrifying activity of child trafficking, and what she and her colleagues are doing to combat this evil practice. FROM HER WEBSITE: "We cannot protect against what we are not aware of. Did you know that between 2018 and 2022 the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) saw a 567% increase in reports relating to sexual enticement of a child? Not on Our Watch Texas (NOWTX) is rallying all women in business to raise awareness of online abuse, exploitation, and sextortion to help protect children and youth. It will take all of us to educate our families, schools, churches, and other communities on how to defend our children from online predators. Most parents think they can keep their children safe from predators who are “out there.” But most parents don't realize these abusers are not “out there,” increasingly, they are inside our children's bedrooms, via smartphones, computers, & gaming devices. The smartphone is the new white van." notonourwatchtx.com lisabeththomas.com
Welcome to "The Bible in Today's World", the show that compares today's world with the Word of God. In general and specifically, are we following the Bible in our daily walks? Is society demanding that we follow the Word of God in all that we do? Does our Almighty Father look upon us and frequently say, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" - or is He thinking of us as He thought/thinks of Sodom and Gomorrah? On today's show, we will explore, "Spiritual Gifts", Part 3. We will also play Part 1 of my interview with LISABETH THOMAS. LISABETH THOMAS, a media and marketing "whiz kid", as well as the founding president of "Texas Women in Business", will join us to discuss the horrifying activity of child trafficking, and what she and her colleagues are doing to combat this evil practice. FROM HER WEBSITE: "We cannot protect against what we are not aware of. Did you know that between 2018 and 2022 the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) saw a 567% increase in reports relating to sexual enticement of a child? Not on Our Watch Texas (NOWTX) is rallying all women in business to raise awareness of online abuse, exploitation, and sextortion to help protect children and youth. It will take all of us to educate our families, schools, churches, and other communities on how to defend our children from online predators. Most parents think they can keep their children safe from predators who are “out there.” But most parents don't realize these abusers are not “out there,” increasingly, they are inside our children's bedrooms, via smartphones, computers, & gaming devices. The smartphone is the new white van." notonourwatchtx.com lisabeththomas.com
LISABETH THOMAS, a media and marketing "whiz kid", as well as the founding president of "Texas Women in Business", will join us to discuss the horrifying activity of child trafficking, and what she and her colleagues are doing to combat this evil practice. FROM HER WEBSITE: "We cannot protect against what we are not aware of. Did you know that between 2018 and 2022 the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) saw a 567% increase in reports relating to sexual enticement of a child? Not on Our Watch Texas (NOWTX) is rallying all women in business to raise awareness of online abuse, exploitation, and sextortion to help protect children and youth. It will take all of us to educate our families, schools, churches, and other communities on how to defend our children from online predators. Most parents think they can keep their children safe from predators who are “out there.” But most parents don't realize these abusers are not “out there,” increasingly, they are inside our children's bedrooms, via smartphones, computers, & gaming devices. The smartphone is the new white van." notonourwatchtx.com lisabeththomas.com
LISABETH THOMAS, a media and marketing "whiz kid", as well as the founding president of "Texas Women in Business", will join us to discuss the horrifying activity of child trafficking, and what she and her colleagues are doing to combat this evil practice. FROM HER WEBSITE: "We cannot protect against what we are not aware of. Did you know that between 2018 and 2022 the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) saw a 567% increase in reports relating to sexual enticement of a child? Not on Our Watch Texas (NOWTX) is rallying all women in business to raise awareness of online abuse, exploitation, and sextortion to help protect children and youth. It will take all of us to educate our families, schools, churches, and other communities on how to defend our children from online predators. Most parents think they can keep their children safe from predators who are “out there.” But most parents don't realize these abusers are not “out there,” increasingly, they are inside our children's bedrooms, via smartphones, computers, & gaming devices. The smartphone is the new white van." notonourwatchtx.com lisabeththomas.com
Adults all over the world ask the same question. What is it about today's young people that makes them think it is ok to send a “nude” to a total stranger. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) reports that they have processed more than 30 million potential reports of online child nudity or sexual abuse materials. After researching many of those report NCMEC states that they researched around 13,000 cases of online blackmail (sextortion) related to images, videos or live streaming of minors with potentially harmful materials online. With the onset of Artificial Intelligence (AI), anyone and everyone is at risk of having a perfectly innocent photo of themselves altered in such a way that a pedophile, predator or organized crime can demand a ransom to remove it. But the scenario becomes exponentially worse if the young person is seduced into sending or sharing an erotic image or live stream. As the entire world is connected by high speed 5 G internet, criminal individuals and organized crime can access, groom, recruit and exploit any young person in the U.S. At Million Kids, we have been combating sex trafficking and social media exploitation for nearly 15 years. We want to share with young people everywhere the following message... IF SOMEONE IS ASKING FOR AN IMAGE OR VIDEO OR LIVESTREAM THAT WOULD EMBARRASS YOU OR YOUR FAMILY IF IT WAS SHOWN ON A BILLBOARD IN YOUR HOMETOWN OR SCHOOL – DON'T DO IT - THEY ARE NOT YOUR FRIEND! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/million-kids/support
About the Guest(s): Wendy Cassidy is a dedicated Secret Service agent with an extensive background in protection and investigative support. With her involvement in initiatives aimed at combating child sex trafficking and sextortion, she serves as an ambassador for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Wendy has played a pivotal role in various child safety measures, including the provision of forensic support and investigative expertise in cases of missing or exploited children. She is recognized for her contributions to endeavors that utilize fingerprint analysis, polygraph examinations, and age progression sketches to aid in the resolution of such sensitive cases. Episode Summary: In this thought-provoking episode, host Trevor Houston sits down with Secret Service agent Wendy Cassidy to delve deep into the intersection of technology and child safety. As Wendy shares her insights and expertise, listeners are offered a riveting glimpse into the online dangers that kids face today and the Secret Service's dedication to protecting the innocent. Engaging with pressing themes that resonate with parents and guardians, the episode uncovers the escalating issue of online child exploitation and offers advice on safeguarding youth in the digital age. Wendy Cassidy details the Secret Service's longstanding partnership with NCMEC, emphasizing their collective efforts in forensic support, age progression, and the importance of ongoing vigilance in investigating cases involving missing and exploited children. The discussion transitions into practical steps that individuals can take to foster open communication with their children about their online activities. Emphasizing the urgency of informed parental guidance, Wendy underscores the value of initiating early conversations, setting up appropriate boundaries, and remaining actively aware of potential red flags in children's behavior. Resources: National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) - NCMEC Website Wendy Cassidy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-cassidy-46085576/ Career Transition Summit: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/67/04404igv LinkedIn e-book: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/714118097/ Subscribe: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/who-ya-know-show Trevor Houston is a licensed financial professional offering insurance/financial products through various carriers. For more info visit http://cpwstrategies.com Chapters: (0:05:46) The importance of having open conversations with children about their online activities. (0:07:25) The need for parents to guide their children's online activities. (0:10:07) Wendy shares the importance of being involved and monitoring children's online activities. (0:11:49) Trevor's opinion on age restrictions for smartphones and the need for regulations. (0:13:29) The impact of technology on brain function. (0:14:50) Conclusion
In November 2021, a prominent teacher at the Philippine High School of Arts in Los Baños, Laguna died under vague circumstances. This was the start of an avalanche of revelations about this teacher's sexually abusive behaviour and the school that protected him all these years.His death was the catalyst that broke a seal of silence amongst former students of the Philippine High School of Arts who have been harbouring secrets and nightmarish trauma from their youth - trauma from being sexually abused by students, staffers and teachers who should have known better as adults with a duty of care towards vulnerable individuals.Details of the scandal would not have made it beyond Luzon or the Philippines were it not for an intrepid reporter for VICE News, JC Gotinga, who broke news of the scandal in June 2022. He interviewed numerous former students who told him of their experiences, what the school did in the aftermath and how their lives turned out after leaving the exclusive school.This episode owes everything to JC Gotinga's reporting as well as videos from GMA, ABSCBN and One News PH. I want to encourage you to read his main article and his follow- up article published shortly after the main one. I also encourage you to watch the YouTube videos from the three channels I mentioned in the episodeI have tried to collate all the information in these main sources and some secondary sources as well to give an overview of the case and give my own thoughts on the matter, an issue that deeply disturbs me.I hope you find value in this episode.If you have experienced something similar as described in the episode, please reach out and talk to someone. Here are some resources:PHILIPPINESDepartment of Social Welfare & Development or to the Child Health and Intervention and Protective Service (CHIPS) Tel. No. 734-4216Anti-Child Abuse, Discrimination, Exploitation Division (ACADED) National Bureau of Investigation Tel. Nos. 525-6028/525-8231 loc. 403 & 444Commission on Human Rights Child Rights Center Tel. No. 927-4033 (Mon-Fri during office hours)Philippine National Police Operation Center Tel. Nos. 712-8613/722-0540 & 724 8749 or nearest police stationDOJ Task Force on Child Protection, Tel. Nos. 523-8481 to 89 or contact the nearest Provincial, City or Regional ProsecutorLocal Barangay Council for the Protection of ChildrenUSATo report an incident or suspicious situation that may involve the extraterritorial sexual exploitation of children, file a report on the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)'s website at www.cybertipline.com , or call 1-800-843-5678.UKCall Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online. call our Helpline on 0808 800 5000. Dedicated child protection specialists will be able to advise and take any necessary action.CANADAIf the child is in immediate danger call 911 or your local police.You can call nearest Office of Department of Social Development.You can also make a report by calling 1-888-99-ABUSE (1-888-992-2873)AUSTRALIAIf it's not an emergency, call Police on 131 444. Report suspected child abuse to the Child Protection Hotline on 1800 700 250 (24 hours, 7 days a week) or Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000. Online: Members of the public and professionals can submit a report online.NEW ZEALANDSuspected abuse of a child should be reported to Oranga Tamariki and/or the NZ Police. Oranga Tamariki and the NZ Police are able to investigate allegations and hold offenders accountable. You can find information about reporting suspected abuse of a child to Oranga Tamariki on their website. 105 is the number for Police non-emergencies. 111 is the emergency number for Police, Fire and Ambulance. Call triple one when you need an emergency response from Police, Fire or Ambulance.SINGAPOREIf the sexual assault or sexual harassment involves a child (below 14) or young person (14 to 16), you can contact the Child Protection and Welfare Service (under the Ministry of Social and Family Development), specifically you can call the National Anti-Violence Helpline at 1800-777-0000*************************************Sources list is hereSupport me:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/juzewobaLAGIM is on social media, so make sure to check me out:https://www.instagram.com/lagimpodcast/https://twitter.com/LagimPodhttps://facebook.com/lagimpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@lagimpodcastLagim is now also on Threads! Just search for "lagimpodcast".Subscribe to LAGIM's YouTube channel:https://bit.ly/3rFdWCgFollow, rate and review LAGIM on Apple Podcasts and Spotify:https://spoti.fi/3qamBxlhttps://apple.co/3r3XjzT
Retired Secret Service Agent Ken Valentine worked for a decade on the Presidential Protective Detail spanning 3 presidencies. The Secret Service is not supposed to get a lot of attention, so most people don't think about what kind of specialized skills they have to have, how much danger they are constantly in, or the toll it can take on their families.In this episode, Ken gives us an inside view of what it's like, and talks about the life-saving work he is now doing with The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).You'll hear: Which Presidents he served under and how he got thereWhy every assignment in the Secret Service is so dangerousHow he kept his family intact and thriving through an intense and often-changing travel scheduleHow he got started with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and what they doWhat he means by ‘cheating death' in his new book, Cheating Death: Three-Time Presidential Secret Service Agent Lives to Tell You HowPre-order the book HERE Leave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them! To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don't, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don't let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.
Adam John Walsh was an American child who was abducted from a Sears department store at the Hollywood Mall in Hollywood, Florida, on July 27, 1981. In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, talks with Callahan Walsh about his work at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). They discuss several high-profile missing and exploited children cases, including Adam Walsh, Amber Hagerman, and the Delphi murders. Callahan also talks about prevention tips for parents, the NCMEC's services, and how to stay safe online. Show Notes: [0:00] Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum. [3:10] Sheryl introduces guest, Callahan Walsh to the listeners [6:00] Callahan shares a brief background of how he got to be a part of NCMEC [7:00] National Center for Missing & Exploited Children [10:00] Educating the public on how to help find missing children [15:30] “32 million reports of suspected child sexual exploitation online came into the National Center through our cyber tip line in 2022 alone.” [16:30] Question: Adam's case changed the way not only law enforcement but the way the public looks and investigates and deals with missing children's cases. Can you tell us how? [17:20] Operation Cross Country [18:25] Team Adam [20:40] The Delphi Murders: The Quest for Justice with Barbara MacDonald [25:00] Preventions and safety tips for parents [25:40] KidSmartz [29:00] Predators collaborating online during pandemic [31:55] Sextortion [35:10] Facial Reconstruction Demonstration [43:25] Public donations allow NCMEC to continue work. If you would like to help DONATE HERE [45:06] “Not knowing where your child is at bedtime is a pretty hard thing to accept.” -R.W Thanks for listening to another episode! If you're loving the show and want to help grow the show, please head over to Itunes and leave a rating and review! How to Leave an Apple Podcast Review: First, Open the podcast app on your iPhone, Mac, or iPad. Then, hit the “Search” tab at the bottom right-hand corner of the page and search for Zone 7. Select the podcast, scroll down to find the subheading “Ratings & Reviews”. and select “Write a Review.” Next, select the number of stars you'd like to leave. Please choose 5 stars! Using the text box which says “Title,” write a title for your review. Then in the text box, write the review itself. The review can be up to 300 words long, but doesn't need to be much more than: “Love the show! Thanks!” or Once you're done select “Send” in the upper right-hand corner. --- Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a collaboration between universities and colleges that brings researchers, practitioners, students and the criminal justice community together to advance techniques in solving cold cases and assist families and law enforcement with solvability factors for unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnapping cases. You can connect and learn more about Sheryl's work by visiting the CCIRI website https://coldcasecrimes.org Social Links: Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com Twitter: @ColdCaseTips Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Last year, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) got more than 10,000 tips about minors extorted in sexting scams. The number is even higher so far this year. And what authorities are noticing is that in a lot of these cases boys are the target. It often starts with direct messages on social media. Flirting leads to requests for explicit photos. And as soon as they hit send, the person on the other end threatens to share the photos unless they get paid. Freelance reporter Chris Moody wrote about what’s being called “sextortion” for the Washington Post. A warning: this conversation includes a mention of teen suicide.
Last year, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) got more than 10,000 tips about minors extorted in sexting scams. The number is even higher so far this year. And what authorities are noticing is that in a lot of these cases boys are the target. It often starts with direct messages on social media. Flirting leads to requests for explicit photos. And as soon as they hit send, the person on the other end threatens to share the photos unless they get paid. Freelance reporter Chris Moody wrote about what’s being called “sextortion” for the Washington Post. A warning: this conversation includes a mention of teen suicide.
In the second episode of the MARISOL NICHOLS PODCAST SEASON 2, Callahan Walsh shares the impactful efforts of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) to reunite children with their families, track down offenders, and ensure the safety of these victims through their Child Victim Identification Program (CVIP). Join us in discussing how CVIP goes above and beyond to help bring vulnerable children home safely by providing invaluable resources and assistance to law enforcement. About Callahan Walsh Callahan Walsh, Executive Director of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), is the driving force behind the organization's mission to stop child exploitation. He previously worked behind the scenes at Silver Spring Studios and Walsh Productions, but is now at the forefront of the battle against child exploitation and making strides to empower and protect children across the nation. By educating the public, advocating for policies, and helping to reunite exploited and missing children with their families, he leads the effort to put an end to child exploitation. We love your positive reviews. Please hit the SUBSCRIBE button wherever you get your podcasts. FOLLOW MARISOL: Podcast → https://marisolnichols.com/podcast/ Website → https://marisolnichols.com/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/marisolnichols Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/marisolnichols/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@realmarisolnichols Twitter → https://twitter.com/marisolnichols BUSINESS/SPONSORS/INQUIRIES ↳ Info@MarisolNichols.com #jointhefight #endhumantrafficking #stophumantrafficking #MarisolNichols #MarisolNicholsPodcast #AskMarisol #MarisolArmy #Season2 #InspiringJourney #ProtectingOurChildren Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Season 2 of the Marisol Nichols Podcast opens with Callahan Walsh, Executive Director of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), who talks about the organization's poignant origins. Learn how his parents turned a personal tragedy into a nationwide movement that is NCMEC today. Discover NCMEC's unwavering commitment to preventing child abductions, finding missing children, and combating exploitation, inspiring hope in countless lives. About Callahan Walsh Callahan Walsh, Executive Director of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), is the driving force behind the organization's mission to stop child exploitation. He previously worked behind the scenes at Silver Spring Studios and Walsh Productions, but is now at the forefront of the battle against child exploitation and making strides to empower and protect children across the nation. By educating the public, advocating for policies, and helping to reunite exploited and missing children with their families, he leads the effort to put an end to child exploitation. We love your positive reviews. Please hit the SUBSCRIBE button wherever you get your podcasts. FOLLOW MARISOL: Podcast → https://marisolnichols.com/podcast/ Website → https://marisolnichols.com/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/marisolnichols Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/marisolnichols/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@realmarisolnichols Twitter → https://twitter.com/marisolnichols BUSINESS/SPONSORS/INQUIRIES ↳ Info@MarisolNichols.com #jointhefight #endhumantrafficking #stophumantrafficking #MarisolNichols #MarisolNicholsPodcast #AskMarisol #MarisolArmy #Season2Debut #NCMEC #OriginsOfHope #InspiringJourney #ProtectingOurChildren Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Going to see Sound of Freedom was a difficult decision for me. In this episode, I explain why, as well as the process that got me there. I also detail several life takeaways from the movie--without spoiling the plot for those who have yet to see it. We share the U.S. human trafficking statistics and the phone numbers for 1) the human trafficking hotline and 2) missing and exploited children. Call if you know something; we have to act! Additionally, we take a look at the suspicious negative responses to the movie pouring out of CNN and Rolling Stone.This episode is also available to watch on YouTube. Wherever possible, please subscribe, like, comment, leave a rating and review, and share!Relevant to this episode:* https://wisevoter.com/state-rankings/human-trafficking-statistics-by-state/* https://togetherfreedom.org/trafficking-facts-statistics/* National Human Trafficking Hotline: 888-373-7888* National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC): 800-THE-LOST (800-843-5678)Email me:* adriennerosscom@gmail.comFollow me and my work:* https://adrienneross.substack.com* https://www.thebmgnetwork.com/theadriennerossshow* https://www.facebook.com/theadriennerossshow* https://www.facebook.com/AdrienneRossCommunications* https://www.instagram.com/adriennerossny2mo* https://twitter.com/AdrienneRossCom* https://twitter.com/Adrienne2012Support my work with a donation:* https://cash.app/$AdrienneRossCom Thank you! Get full access to Adrienne Ross Communications at adrienneross.substack.com/subscribe
5–Minute Parenting: Tips to Help You Raise Competent, Godly Kids.
In today's episode, we're addressing a topic that every parent needs to be aware of: "Online Grooming." With the rise of digital communication, it's crucial to understand the tactics that predators use to exploit and abuse children online. From establishing deceptive relationships to desensitizing children to inappropriate content, the grooming process is a chilling reality that we cannot ignore. As we dive into this episode, we'll discuss the stages of grooming, the importance of early education on online safety, and how to maintain a safe online environment for your children. This episode is a difficult, but crucial topic that will equip parents with the knowledge they need to protect your children. Resources: https://parents.thorn.orgNational Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC):https://www.missingkids.orgCheck out free resources and downloads on my website: Website: http://SandraKayChambers.com Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: http://instagram.com/SandraKayChambers Facebook: http://facebook.com/SandraKayChambersauthor Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/SandraKayChamberswriter Thanks to my Virtual Assistant, Alyssa Avant (https://alyssaavantandcompany.com), for her tech genius and help with this podcast.
Grizzly On The Hunt - Bigfoot, Sasquatch, Cryptids, Paranormal, Aliens, UFO's and More!
https://paranormalhub.com/grizzly-hunt https://grizzly.spiritsale.com Entertainment Purposes Only. All Parties Are Proven Innocent Until Proven Guilty In A Court Of Law. This Friday at 6:00 PM EST Time! We look at the case at the 11 year old Madalin Cojocari out of North Carolina. Author: Anders J. Hare (WCNC), Jesse Pierre Published: 7:11 AM EDT May 22, 2023 Updated: 7:11 AM EDT May 22, 2023 CORNELIUS, N.C. — Editor's Note: The video in this story was obtained from a previous report. Yellow ribbons and missing posters of Madalina Cojocari are seen across the town of Cornelius. Cornelius police released new video of Madalina at the pool in a mermaid costume and at the beach marking six months since her disappearance. The post says Madalina should be getting ready to enjoy the warm summer months but instead, the search continues for the young girl. Community members say they are hopeful Madalina will be found safe. "She is young and she has her life to live and she is gone," said Hunter Jones, a Mooresville resident "We don't know what happened and we have no answers. The fact that it's been six months to me is insane." "Any kind of new video or any sort of thing like when you know, we celebrated her birthday, it just gives us all a chance to renew our hope. It gives us a chance to just spark that conversation and spread Madalina's case, even more than we have already," said Abby an advocate for the Where's Madalina Cojocari Facebook group. Meanwhile, the police are asking the public to help by sharing her photo. It is something Abby said members of support groups continue to do to help raise awareness about the missing young girl. "Any day you can reach someone new and that someone new may have some more information for us that we didn't have before... that law enforcement can find useful in bringing Madalina home to those that you know, care and love for her," said Abby. Cornelius Police Department It has been 6 months since Madalina was last seen getting off her school bus on 11/21/22. Madalina should be getting ready to enjoy the warm summer months of being at the beach and swimming. Please call Detectives at 704-892-7773 with any info that will help us to #FindMadalina. After review of this case, we will submit the picture of missing Madalin to the board for further investigation for more information. Hopefully they can lead us to more information to her being missing. Missing children in America is a serious and concerning issue. Every year, thousands of children are reported missing, causing great distress to their families and communities. Various organizations, such as the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), work tirelessly to raise awareness, provide resources, and assist in the search for missing children. Efforts to address this problem involve cooperation among law enforcement agencies, communities, and the public. Timely reporting, sharing information, and staying vigilant can significantly aid in the safe recovery of missing children. Technology, such as Amber Alerts and social media platforms, has also played a crucial role in disseminating information quickly to a broader audience. #grizzlychris #where #walkededaway #kentucky #Summerwells #murder #coldcase #grizzlyonthehunt #unsolved #police #fbi #forensics #water #shallowgrave #missing #missingperson #kidnapoed #raped #stabbed #tied #body #buried localpolice #news #media #detectives #hotline #tips #sheriffs #deputy #deputies #drugs #narcotics #sex #dumpster #hotel #needle #heroin #prostitution #Xanax #pills #lost @grizzlychris @TrueCrime @CrimeNews @Criminal Justice @kentucky @grizzlyonthehunt @HomicideCases @MurderMystery @CrimeSceneInvestigation @ForensicScience @ColdCase @CrimeDocumentary @SerialKiller @JusticeSystem @Criminology @CrimePrevention @LawEnforcement @VictimAdvocacy @CriminalProfiling @PrisonSystem @CrimeStatistics @GangViolence @CrimeAnalysis --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grizzly-onthehunt/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grizzly-onthehunt/support
Former Lincoln Police Sergeant Luke Wilke and former LSO Chief Deputy Jeff Bliemeister join Chief Deputy Houchin and Captain Vik for a true crime case review of the disappearance of Melissa Schmidt. Melissa was reported missing from Lincoln, Nebraska on September 7, 1995. This is part 2 of a related case discussed on Episode 8. A missing person report. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Angela Hecox's story. The Template. The North American Search Dog Network. A name without a body. The first dig site. Another one out there. A prey thing. Looking further west. A bone sticking out of it. Processing the scene. Autopsy. Identification. Looking for a '79 Chrysler Newport. Arraignment, guilty plea, and sentencing. Some of the photos discussed in this episode can be found on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/lsonebraska.
Tionda & Diamond Bradley /// Part 2 /// 673 Part 2 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comSisters Tionda and Diamond have been missing for over twenty years now. Their mother left the two little girls home alone on work day in the summer of 2001. When she returned home, the girls were gone and a note was left saying the two had gone to the playground. Tionda was ten years old and Diamond was just three. This week we go through the complicated timeline of events surrounding their disappearance. This case has been labeled missing and endangered. We believe the girls may have been abducted by someone they knew. The F.B.I. asks that anyone with information about the disappearance of Tionda and Diamond Bradley contact the Chicago Police Department detectives at 312-747-8380 OR your local F.B.I. office. The family's private detective can be reached at 847-579-9771.National Missing Children's Day is Thursday, May 25th, 2023. True Crime Garage has worked with and continues to support The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). To help in the fundraising efforts to bring kids home and to make sure that every kid has a safe childhood please join us in our efforts by going to our giving pagehttp://give.missingkids.org/truecrimegarage Beer of the Week - DownTime Wheat Beer from Bulldog Brewing Company Garage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5 Thank you for your continued support of this independent podcast. Tell a friend to join you and us in the Garage next week. Cheers Nic & The Captain
Tionda & Diamond Bradley /// Part 1 /// 672 Part 1 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comSisters Tionda and Diamond have been missing for over twenty years now. Their mother left the two little girls home alone on work day in the summer of 2001. When she returned home, the girls were gone and a note was left saying the two had gone to the playground. Tionda was ten years old and Diamond was just three. This week we go through the complicated timeline of events surrounding their disappearance. This case has been labeled missing and endangered. We believe the girls may have been abducted by someone they knew. The F.B.I. asks that anyone with information about the disappearance of Tionda and Diamond Bradley contact the Chicago Police Department detectives at 312-747-8380 OR your local F.B.I. office. The family's private detective can be reached at 847-579-9771.National Missing Children's Day is Thursday, May 25th, 2023. True Crime Garage has worked with and continues to support The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). To help in the fundraising efforts to bring kids home and to make sure that every kid has a safe childhood please join us in our efforts by going to our giving pagehttp://give.missingkids.org/truecrimegarage Beer of the Week - DownTime Wheat Beer from Bulldog Brewing Company Garage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5 Thank you for your continued support of this independent podcast. Tell a friend to join you and us in the Garage next week. Cheers Nic & The Captain
Eric Olden, Chief Executive at Strata, sits down with Dave to discuss the changing face of identity; where we've been, where are going, and the bumps along the way. Dave and Joe share some listener follow-up from Michael, who writes in about advertisements on YouTube and other social networks claiming magical results. Dave's story follows a new tool released by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) to help with slow and stop the spread of sextortion of minors. Joe's story is on a LinkedIn post by Gary Warner regarding why we have so much fraud. Our catch of the day is from listener Shon, who writes in about an email they received about “Meta Resources Recruiter” informing them of an open “CISO Lead role.” Links to stories: Teens can proactively block their nude images from Instagram, OnlyFans Why do we have so much fraud? Have a Catch of the Day you'd like to share? Email it to us at hackinghumans@thecyberwire.com or hit us up on Twitter
Join Kagan as he discusses the newly published Take It Down tool created and facilitated by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)! This service is another step an individual can take to help get sexually explicit photos or videos removed from online platforms. Please find this new and useful resource below:https://takeitdown.ncmec.org/
(10:05) former Special Agent Eric Caron - @Caron2049 -Former U.S. Diplomat and Special Agent Eric J. Caron U.S. Diplomat | Special Agent | Senior DHS Official (Retired)International Security Consultant | Keynote Speaker | Author Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Adjunct ProfessorAuthor: "Switched On" Why Border Security? Is Pres. Biden Ignoring His Constitutional Duty? The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) reported a nearly 50 percent increase in possible “sextortion” cases from 2019 to 2021, as the population spent more time in front of their electronic devices during the COVID-19 lockdowns. In the El Paso sector, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) logged more than 25 such cases last year. The victims' ages ranged from 9 to 17 years old.The number of migrants crossing the U.S.-Mexico border has risen dramatically during Biden's first two years in office. There were more than 2.38 million stops during the year that ended Sept. 30, the first time the number topped 2 million. (10:25) Dr. Randy Tobler - @RandyToblerMD - Vic and Randy talk about Big Pharma, outrageous prices for drugs. (10:41) Drew Thomas Allen - @DrewThomasAllen - Author, columnist, & host of ‘The Drew Allen Show' podcast. VP of client development at Publius PR & Editor of the Publius National Post. -EXCLUSIVE: Drew Allen talks with Vic about a situation where Nancy Pelosi's Granddaughter is caught stealing in a store with other girls. Nancy's daughter Christine Pelosi loses it and verbally attacks the store owner!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(10:05) former Special Agent Eric Caron - @Caron2049 -Former U.S. Diplomat and Special Agent Eric J. Caron U.S. Diplomat | Special Agent | Senior DHS Official (Retired)International Security Consultant | Keynote Speaker | Author Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Adjunct ProfessorAuthor: "Switched On" Why Border Security? Is Pres. Biden Ignoring His Constitutional Duty? The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) reported a nearly 50 percent increase in possible “sextortion” cases from 2019 to 2021, as the population spent more time in front of their electronic devices during the COVID-19 lockdowns. In the El Paso sector, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) logged more than 25 such cases last year. The victims' ages ranged from 9 to 17 years old.The number of migrants crossing the U.S.-Mexico border has risen dramatically during Biden's first two years in office. There were more than 2.38 million stops during the year that ended Sept. 30, the first time the number topped 2 million. (10:25) Dr. Randy Tobler - @RandyToblerMD - Vic and Randy talk about Big Pharma, outrageous prices for drugs. (10:41) Drew Thomas Allen - @DrewThomasAllen - Author, columnist, & host of ‘The Drew Allen Show' podcast. VP of client development at Publius PR & Editor of the Publius National Post. -EXCLUSIVE: Drew Allen talks with Vic about a situation where Nancy Pelosi's Granddaughter is caught stealing in a store with other girls. Nancy's daughter Christine Pelosi loses it and verbally attacks the store owner!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In October of 2021, a five year old boy was reported missing in Merrimack, New Hampshire after he hadn't been seen for over a month. Any missing child is an emergency. Or should be. Except his mother, whose custody he had been in for just over a year, wasn't who reported him missing.Why was Elijah Lewis even living with his mother at the time?And why did she want him gone? This is a difficult story about violence against a child. I share information about other unsolved New Hampshire cases: Megan Jimenez, age 2 ½ yearsMurdered June 15, 1989, Merrimack NHUnsolved homicideAnne Psaradelis and Diane Compagna, age 15 years old Missing: July 12, 1973 leaving Hampton Beach for home in Merrimack, NH Found: September 29, 1973 in the woods off of New Boston Road in Candia, NHUnsolved double homicideMaura MurrayMissing: February 9, 2004, North Haverhill, NHMaura has not been foundDavyn Hanson, age 15Missing: Oct 14, 2022, Portsmouth, NHDavyn has not been foundHarmony Montgomery, 5 when she went missingMissing: Oct 1, 2019, Manchester, NHMissing, presumed deadTammy Belanger, age 8Missing: November 13, 1984, Exeter, NHTammy has not been foundPaul Herlihy, age 50Found: August 27, 2003, Milford, NHUnsolved homicideRoberta “Bobbie” Miller and dog, ScoutFound: November 1, 2010, Gilford, NHUnsolved homicideDomingo ValdesFound: June 14, 1974, Pelham, NH Unsolved homicide Stella Bolton and James J. MooreFound: February 16, 1991, Portsmouth, NHUnsolved double homicideCrime of the Truest KindNew England crime storiesHosted by Anngelle WoodNew Hampshire Cold Case Tip Formhttps://business.nh.gov/ColdCaseTips/Tip.aspxIf you need to report information that is of an emergency nature, please contact the New Hampshire State Police toll free at (800) 525-5555 or call your local police or sheriff's department.The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) https://www.missingkids.orgSupport the showCrimeoftheTruestKind.com for show notes
Episode: 00008 Release Date: September 21, 2022 Description: Kathleen Allen presents the rerelease of Debbie Osborne's Analysts' Corner Podcast. Today's episode is about the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) and features 3 special guests, Kristen Anderson, Angela Aufmuth, and Carmen Glasgow. In this episode, we hear about NCMEC's inception and learn how analysts work to help find missing children and how they work to address child abductions and various forms of exploitation, such as trafficking in children. The original episode was published on May 9th, 2009. What's changed, and what's remained? Take a listen! **Due to the nature of the topic for today's episode, some listeners may find the content heavy. Although no explicit details are discussed, listener discretion is advised. Related Links: National Center for Missing and Exploited Children https://www.missingkids.org NCMEC Training Resources https://www.missingkids.org/education/training Code Adam https://www.missingkids.org/education/training/codeadam Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com. Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com
“Honor violence has been largely misclassified by law enforcement, by no fault of their own. They simply didn't know the signs and symptoms of honor-related violence. They do not have the training on how to effectively identify and investigate these cases.” ~ Stephanie Baric, executive director of the AHA FoundationHONOR KILLING/VIOLENCE: An estimated 23-27 honor killings per year occur in the U.S., noted that 91 percent of victims in North America are murdered for being “too Westernized,” and in incidents involving daughters 18 years or younger, a father is almost always involved. This is a particular type of violence that doesn't fit neatly into the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting Statistics. These are their stories.....LEARN & SUPPORT:Relevant websites that were reviewed included the AHA Foundation (http://theahafoundation.org ), Honour Based Violence Awareness Network (http://hbv-awareness.com ), Tahirih Justice Center, a nonprofit organization that works to protect immigrant women and girls from violence through legal services, advocacy, and public education programs (http://www.tahirih.org/mission/the-issues) , Sauti Yetu (http://www.sautiyetu.org),Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Founder of AHA Foundation Journey | | https://www.theahafoundation.org/ayaan-hirsi-ali-founder-of-the-aha-foundation/LOST LOVE ONE: Palestina Isa Nov. 6, 1989, St. Louis, MO Hatice Peltek. In April,15th, 2004, Scottsville, N.Y. Aqsa Parvez, 16, In December 2007, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Monika Rani, Rajesh Arora, Vansh Kumar Dec 29th, 2007, Oak Forest, IL Amina & Sarah Said Jan 17th, 2008, Lewisville, Texas San-deela Kanwal. On July 6, 2008, Clayton Cty, GA Aasiya Hassan 2009, Buffalo, N.Y Noor Almaleki Oct 2009, Peoria, Ariz MIDROLL MISSING IN TEXAS from National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) https://www.missingkids.org/gethelpnow/amber Martinez | TX | 10/20/2004 | https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/999024 Kendrick Jackson | TX | 4/7/2006 | https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/1041530 Elian Majano | TX | 6/21/2006 | https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/1047169 Danielle Jimenez | TX | 7/31/2006 | https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/1050042 Daisja Weaver | TX | 6/10/2009 | https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/1124733 Armaidre Argumon | TX | 9/18/2020 | https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/1401817 Lina Sardar Khil | TX | 12/20/2021 | https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/1439053 ARTICLES/SOURCES:Honor Killings' Trial: Yaser Said found guilty of killing his two daughters, sentenced to life in prison | Fox 4 News | August 9, 2022 | https://www.fox4news.com/news/honor-killings-trial-closing-arguments-begin-on-tuesdayFrom Kuwait to America, Gender-Based Killings Considered Less Than Murder | TCF .org | 7/26/18 | https://tcf.org/content/report/kuwait-america-gender-based-killings-considered-less-murder/?agreed=1Uniform Crime Reporting Program | FBI .gov | 2020 | https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/ucrHonor Killings in America | The Atlantic | 04/30/15 | https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2015/04/honor-killings-in-america/391760/Report on Exploratory Study into Honor Violence Measurement Methods | Westat | 11/26/2014 | https://www.ojp.gov/pdffiles1/bjs/grants/248879.pdfMan gets life sentence in fire deaths of 3 family members | Chicago Tribune | 5/14/15 | https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-oak-forest-killer-st-0515-20150514-story.htmlCourtroom erupts after Iraqi man found guilty of killing wife | Fox 5 News | 04/18/14 | https://fox5sandiego.com/news/verdict-reached-in-brutal-murder-of-iraqi-mother/Violence In The Name Of Honor: North America | NPR | 1/26/09 | https://www.npr.org/2009/01/26/99622481/violence-in-the-name-of-honor-north-americaThe legacy of Aasiya Hassan, 10 years after her death shocked community | The Buffalo News | 3/1/19 | https://buffalonews.com/news/local/the-legacy-of-aasiya-hassan-10-years-after-her-death-shocked-community/article_7b0848b2-fede-5c4f-9b07-cd28bd4a2592.htmlTown remembers slain teen | Ontario The Star | Wed., Jan. 6, 2010 | https://www.thestar.com/news/ontario/2010/01/06/town_remembers_slain_teen.htmlPhyllis Chesler: Are Honor Killings Simply Domestic Violence? | SCHOLARS FOR PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST | 10/9/09 | https://spme.org/spme-research/analysis/phyllis-chesler-are-honor-killings-simply-domestic-violence/7464/‘Die, my daughter, die' – 1989 honor killing shocks St. Louis | Fox 2 Now | 04/16/02 | https://fox2now.com/news/true-crime/die-my-daughter-die-1989-honor-killing-shocks-st-louis/Aiya Altameemi Beating: Parents Who Padlocked Daughter To Bed For Talking To Boy Take Plea Deal | HuffPost | Nov 7, 2012 | https://www.huffpost.com/entry/aiya-altameemi-beating-padlocked-talking-to-boy_n_2089763How a Muslim Woman Was "Honor-Killed" by Her Father Because He Believed She Was Too Americanized | Phoenix New Times | April 1, 2010 | https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/how-a-muslim-woman-was-honor-killed-by-her-father-because-he-believed-she-was-too-americanized-6445842?storyPage=2Texas Teen 911 Call: 'I'm Dying' | Associated Press | January 17, 2008 | Texas Teen 911 Call: 'I'm Dying' - YouTubePATREON SHOUTOUT:Kat K. 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We are pleased to continue with the interviews that took place during the 2022 Crimes Against Children Conference. Today's episode is with a good friend, Andy Etherington, who is a National Crime Agency (NCA) Officer in the United Kingdom and currently on assignment at the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC). Andy played a huge role in a recent case which will be featured on a future episode. Please enjoy as Andy explains his current role to assist law enforcement in the United States and many other interesting facts and situations he is seeing in his capacity at NCMEC.
https://juryfile.com/2022/08/02/joniah-walker/ On June 23, 2022, the family of Joniah Walker reported the 15-year-old missing. Joniah was last seen around 2:30 p.m. on June 23, 2022, near the intersection of East Reservoir Avenue and Buffum Street in Milwaukee. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) is assisting the family of Joniah Walker and has released footage of Joniah leaving her home the day she disappeared, Joniah is seen carrying a large green hiking backpack. The NCMEC also issued an “urgent alert” for Joniah on their social media accounts. Joniah's mother has pleaded with the public for help and also has made a plea to her daughter to “Please call me and let me know you are safe.” Joniah's mother, Tanesha Howard, has also stated that she is frustrated that a critical missing alert has not been issued by the Milwaukee Police Department. https://twitter.com/JuryFile https://www.instagram.com/juryfile/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075902688137 Victims Health & Legal Fund: https://juryfile.com/shop/uncategorized/10-donation/ https://cash.app/$JuryFile --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jury-file/support
*Content Warning: Today's episode discusses kidnapping, pseudocyesis, miscarriage and psychological violence. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help find missing children, reduce child sexual exploitation, and prevent child victimization. NCMEC offers services for families, victims, professionals, schools, law enforcement, private industry, and communities to help prevent abducted, endangered, and sexually exploited children and to mitigate and combat exploitation. www.missingkids.orgFor free and confidential resources, please visit: somethingwaswrong.com/resources SWW's theme music – U think U by Glad Rags, from their album Wonder Under. Follow Something Was Wrong on InstagramSources:KOCO 5 News, 2019, video archives (1990): https://cs-cz.facebook.com/koco5/videos/294426101245444/ KOCO 5 News, Jan. 2019, video archives (1990):Baby snatched from Oklahoma City hospital, now adult, speaks out for first time Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree, by Tony Orlando and Dawn, sample via youtube: https://youtu.be/PxG9XFqHSFw (Album: Tuneweaving, 1973)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Today on Full Access we're discussing topics related to child sexual abuse material, also known as CSAM and child pornography. We're addressing these topics as they pertain to law enforcement and other organizations combatting this horrific crime. We are informing you now that there is discussion of graphic content during this episode of Full Access. We hope you choose to listen and learn with us but understand if you choose not to do so. Let's begin… It takes a network to take down a network. Shelley Allwang has been employed by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) since 2005 and worked her way up from the call center to the Director of the Exploited Children Division.
Episode: 00106 Release Date: May 9, 2022 Description: Amy Varela gives tribute to analysts who had helped her grow in the analytical field as well as discusses the differing workplace cultures between the departments she worked at. Amy brings two badge stories to this week's episode: one involving a case she worked with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) where a missing child (now grown adult) was found using aging software, and another involving a homicide investigation. Amy is currently a crime analyst with the Redlands Police Department as well as the current president of the Inland Empire Crime & Intelligence Analysts Association (IECIAA). CHALLENGE: There are Easter eggs in one of the tables of the chapter that Jason wrote for the IACA textbook. First-person to email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com about what the Easter eggs are will receive a $20 gift card from us. Happy hunting! Name Drops: Brian Gray (00:07:48), Christine Charlie/Jody Summers (00:09:33), John Beck/Michelle Kelly/Natalie Campbell (00:50:10), Natalie Campos (00:52:22), Matt Good (00:53:48), Albert Mesa (00:59:21), Steve Gottlieb (01:01:34) Public Service Announcements: Brian Gray (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-brian-gray-the-remarkable-analyst/) Albert Mesa (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/albert-mesa-the-connection/) Related Links: https://www.missingkids.org, https://extension.fullerton.edu/professionaldevelopment/certificates/crime Association(s) Mentioned: Inland Empire Crime & Intelligence Analysts Association (IECIAA), IACA Vendor(s) Mentioned: ESRI Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-varela-44a43868/ Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong Podcast Researcher: Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com. Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners. Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/nhP5_uyAhVA 00:00:17 – Introducing Amy 00:05:53 – Certification & Internship 00:15:28 – Starting at Pomona 00:19:55 – Supporting the Gang Unit 00:23:03 – ABS: 1960s Missing Person 00:32:56 – Break: Brian Gray & Albert Mesa 00:34:02 – Starting at Redlands 00:37:20 – ABS: Homicide Linked to a 1970s Case 00:45:58 – Catalytic Converter Theft & ESRI Solution 00:53:56 – Inland Empire Crime & Intelligence Analysts Association 00:58:05 – Plateauing 01:03:11 – Words to the World
Hello there Ghoulfriends, Welcome back to another episode of the 2 Ghouls Podcast! We're back with our monthly true crime episode. Today's episode is a detailed overview of the Caylee Anthony case and the trial for Casey Anthony, that ensued after 2 and a half-year-old Caylee's skeletal remains were found nearly six months after the toddler's disappearance. We go over all the details of what Casey was doing in the month that Caylee was missing, the elaborate lies she told to try and make sense of her actions, the long-awaited trial that captured the nation, the trial that amassed millions of views, all the evidence that was presented, and what Casey's parents think really happened. We end the episode in a "where are they now?" segment, going over all the information we could find as to what Casey is up to since her shocking acquittal. If you've read this far, drop in the comments what YOU think really happened. Do you think Casey is guilty? Where do you think the prosecution failed in getting a guilty verdict? Do you think George or Cindy had anything to do with the crime, or know more than they're letting on? Drop your opinion in the comments. If you feel compelled, the nation's nonprofit clearinghouse and comprehensive reporting center for all issues related to the prevention of and recovery from child victimization, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) accepts donations at www.missingkids.org #podcastrecommendations #podcast #listen #scarypodcast #scary #spooky #youtubepodcast #caseyanthony #cayleeanthony Thank you for watching! Follow us on our socials!: Instagram: @Hello.spooky @Samantharaine7 MERCH SHOP: https://www.2ghoulspodcast.com/ Follow our Podcast Facebook Page, here, for updates on the show: https://www.facebook.com/TWOGHOULS Also please consider financially supporting our podcast for even more scary content by donating as little as .99 a month. Support us here: https://anchor.fm/twoghouls Thanks to The Lesson Foundry for Sponsoring today's episode. To schedule a music lesson of your choice, today, visit: https://thelessonfoundry.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twoghouls/message
Manuka honey contains natural antiviral compounds that fight influenza Nagasaki University (Japan) New research published in the journal Archives of Medical Researchshows that manuka honey is a powerful natural remedy against influenza and other associated diseases – including the Wuhan coronavirus (Covid-19). Entitled, “Anti-influenza Viral Effects of Honey In Vitro: Potent High Activity of Manuka Honey,” the study looked at the commonly researched H1N1 influenza strain known as A/WSN/3. Researchers infected MadineDarby canine kidney (MDCK) cells with the virus before exposing them to numerous types of honey. (NEXT) Study Suggests Ultrasound Stimulation May Be An Effective Therapy For Alzheimer's Disease Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, February 1, 2022 Researchers from the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology propose ultrasound stimulation as an effective therapy for Alzheimer's disease in a new study. Synchronizing one's brainwaves to ultrasound pulses could reduce the accumulation of abnormal proteins characteristic of the onset of Alzheimer's disease. Now, scientists from the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology demonstrate reduced protein accumulation in the brain by synchronizing brain waves to external ultrasound pulses at gamma frequency, opening doors to a non-invasive therapy. (NEXT) More spice could help seniors avoid salt Washington State University, February 3, 2022 Add a little spicy seasoning to a low sodium meal, and adults over the age of 60 may have a harder time noticing a lack of salt, according to a new study in the journal Food Quality and Preference. Led by Carolyn Ross, a professor of Food Sciences at Washington State University, the study tested saltiness perception in older adults using white sauce formulations with varying amounts of salt and different spices and seasonings added. (NEXT) Saffron a safer treatment for ADHD, just as effective as Ritalin, says study Tehran University of Medical Sciences (Iran) Fortunately, recent studies show that there may be a safe, all-natural alternative to Ritalin: saffron. In a study published in the Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology, researchers from the Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) in Iran found that saffron is just as effective as Ritalin at treating ADHD. Corresponding author Shahin Akhondzadeh of the Psychiatric Research Center at TUMS' Roozbeh Hospital said that his team has been studying the psychotropic effects of saffron since the early 2000s and found that the herb has antidepressant effects. (VIDEOS) (READING) kristen meghan New Rule: Apply Precision to the Pandemic | Real Time (HBO) George Carlin told us about the Corona panic years ago Virginia mom Merianne Jensen call out the hypocrisy Why I'm leaving the cult of wokeness Africa Brooke If there's one thing I'm NOT afraid of, it's being ‘cancelled'. If being cancelled means me living in integrity as a human being who thinks for themselves, CANCEL ME TODAY! I repeat; I am not afraid.What I'm truly afraid of is existing in a world that forces me to submit to an ideology without question, otherwise I'm to be shamed (or pressured to shame myself) and cast out of the community. A world that tells me that because I inhabit a black body; I will forever be oppressed and at the mercy of some omnipresent monster called ‘whiteness'. That because of the colour of my skin; I am a victim of an inherently racist system by default – and me rejecting the narrative of oppression means that I am in fact, in denial. How empowering! *You know, as someone that comes from Zimbabwe, a country where the general population is truly oppressed, it perplexes me that oppression is now being worn as an identity piece in most parts of the West, especially by those who claim to be ‘progressive'* What I'm truly afraid of is existing in a world that forces me to consider the colour of my skin and my gender (and that of others) at every fucking turn, instead of living by Martin Luther King's teachings and prioritising the content of mine and other people's character. I dread the prospect of a world where context, nuance, critical thinking, meritocracy, mathematics, science, and rationality are considered tools of ‘white supremacy', and the rule is that you're not allowed to question or argue this senseless statement – especially if you're white. A world that is conditioning you and I to believe that we will always be trapped in some weird hierarchy because of our race, our genitals, our physical abilities, our neurodiversity, our sexuality, and our politics. And that if we do not agree on every single thing, it's a sign that we are interacting with an enemy – or at the very least, someone to be wildly suspicious and judgmental of…instead of another complex human being worthy of being seen and heard. I wish this world I'm speaking of was just a figment of my imagination, but we are already inside it. Our suitcases have been unpacked here for quite some time. This absolutist, authoritarian world is being fiercely crafted under the guise of ‘social justice', and I want no parts in this. I AM OUT. As someone that, politically speaking, leans left on most things (although I'm neither left or right) – the current state of affairs and this push for obedience at all costs is NOT what I signed up for. I never signed up to be hit over the head with disempowering narratives that tell me that I need to refer to myself as a ‘person of colour' (how is this different being called a ‘coloured' person?), a minority, a marginalised person, and BAME (UK version of BIPOC). I cannot stand any of these terms. Please, if we ever need to address my racial identity, which we really don't need to do as often as you might think…BLACK works just fine, it's not a dirty word. And remember; it's okay if the language I mentioned before is affirming for you, we are allowed to disagree – but for ME, it does nothing but give me false reminders of my supposed oppression…which rubs me the wrong way entirely because I AM NOT OPPRESSED. I think it's key that we begin to accept that black people don't all share a singular experience, nor do we share the same brain. Shocking, I know. ‘We are not a monolith' has become a common statement within communities that identify as marginalised, and while I wholeheartedly agree, we're definitely not a monolith… I've noticed that despite this being a popular mantra – when someone ‘steps out of line' or dares to think differently…it's a different story. You will often have the pleasure of being told that you are in denial and have some kind of internalised disorder; ‘internalised racism', ‘internalised anti-blackness', ‘internalised misogyny', ‘internalised sexism', ‘internalised homophobia', ‘internalised transphobia', ‘internalised white supremacy'… Meaning NOTHING can be questioned. Fun. Culty. Vibes. Honestly, I want better for us because it's all getting a bit much in these social justice/woke spaces, and it scares me to know that it's become controversial to address any concerns or express a differing viewpoint. It's becoming dangerous to address reality. You either agree and comply, or you shut up. I'm so happy that these are conversations that are now happening with many black people in my life, including my family who spend very little time online, are willing to have healthy debates, and couldn't give a crap about identity politics. These are the people who have really helped me free myself from the dogmatic thinking. It's necessary for me to mention that I'm having these conversations with black people because some individuals think that it's only white people who are pushing back against wokeism, and it's far from the truth. What is worrying though is how many more of us feel afraid to talk to our own friends, our partners, our spouses, our colleagues, our family – of fear of being branded as ‘wrong-thinkers'. How are we supposed to understand each other if we're living in constant fear of saying the ‘wrong' thing? It's even harder if you're white because there's usually someone just waiting to call you racist. And according to the woke manual, if you're white you're supposed to just accept that label. If you do question it or defend yourself, it's taken as confirmation that you ARE in fact a white supremacist. If you DARE express any fears or signs of being rightfully upset, you'll be accused of ‘centering your white feelings', and of exuding ‘white guilt' or ‘white fragility'. With all disrespect, I don't understand the purpose of these cultish, degrading, racist terms. How are they helping us move forward? Is this true social justice? How is this helping the black community? How is this shaping a world where you and I aren't judged by the colour of our skin? Are we really trying to eradicate racism with racism? The LITERAL definition of racism is “prejudiced against or antagonistic towards a person or people on the basis of their membership of a particular racial or ethnic group”. And yet some people have suddenly decided that white people cannot experience racism, nor are they permitted to dispute this insane claim. This then leads to most white people choosing to not say anything at all (which creates resentment because that's the nature of suppression & self-censorship), and some choose to comply and pretend they are on board with anything and everything (whilst also secretly resenting that they can't truly express their thoughts, ideas, feelings, etc). To me all of this confirms that when it comes to ‘wokeness', critical social justice, and the beast that is cancel culture, you will never win. You will NEVER get it right. If you choose to stand back, ‘educate yourself' privately and quietly; you'll be accused of being violent via your silence… And if you speak out, ask questions, or express valid confusion from the dehumanising generalisations and character assassinations; you'll be denounced for centering your ‘white feelings'. This sounds like psychological warfare to me. I can't be the only one that also finds this language eerie. This is cult behaviour! And for saying the above I'm sure someone out there will lovingly label me a ‘white apologist'… This is where we're at people. And like I said at the beginning, when it comes to this – I am unafraid. This is my open letter detailing some of the things that have led me to this point, because if there's anything that this past year has taught me; it's that my wellbeing and that of those around me (including the collective), is infinitely more important than any temporary discomfort that might come from me doing what I know to be right. I also want to let you know that I'm not writing this to convince you of anything, your agreement is welcome but it's not a requirement. I'm not writing this from a place of animosity or anger. I'm not writing this on behalf of any individual, group, movement, organisation, or community. I am not an activist, a social commentator, a feminist, an academic, or any other label apart from the ones I claim publicly. I am writing this to free myself. I am writing this for myself. And for you if you need it. Just like you; I am entitled to my own opinions, I have every right to question things that don't feel aligned with my values, morals, ethics, and beliefs. I have every right to push back if I recognise that I'm being forced to comply with ideologies and practices that don't make sense to me (which is how I've felt this past year). I don't want to live my life in a fearful and paranoid state. I don't want to spend my life thinking that everything that doesn't go my way is because of my skin colour, I don't want to spend the rest of my life unable to have insightful conversations with those that think differently to me…I really don't. I'm tired of hearing that because I'm black I should feel victimised. That because I'm black I should agree with everything that black people do and say (surely NO ONE should have this expected of them). None of these narrow definitions of human existence or blackness help me. None of it helps my community. It's keeping us small. It's keeping us stuck, afraid, and defensive. I reject the idea that I am a victim. I reject the idea that I am oppressed. I reject the idea that white people only exist to oppress and should be reminding me of their privilege every 2 seconds, while simultaneously telling me that they are above me. How is this helpful!? If anything, it's deeply offensive and condescending. There's no question about it; being black is a beautiful part of who I am, but it's not all I am – not even close. My identity (race, gender, sexuality, body parts) will never be more important than my humanity, my spirit, and my wholeness. EVER. Because of this, I fervently reject the idea that all white people are racist and must be shamed into confessing their sins and admitting complicity in all of their ancestors indiscretions…simply because of the colour of their skin. I reject this bullshit idea that every white person walking this planet is ‘inherently racist'. Do we even know what we're saying? or are we just regurgitating/parroting things, and now it's gotten out of control. I honestly struggle to see how shaming others (or shaming yourself) for having white skin is an essential part of fuelling true social change. Surely this is regressive? It also sounds a little like the very thing we've spent years moving away from… The truth of the matter is that my own ancestors have participated in some FUCKERY and I would not want to live the rest of my life being punished for their actions. A lot of what I'm seeing in the woke/critical social justice spaces is not about creating a better world, it seems to be about punishment and revenge. And it's doing nothing but trampling on the work true Activists are doing and have been doing for centuries! I do have to take a moment to acknowledge those who are doing fantastic work and making a long-lasting impact in their communities, instead of perpetuating fear and manipulating people's emotions by convincing them they will always be victims. I'm done with the insidious brainwashing of wokeness. I'm committed to understanding human behaviour (this is also at the core of what I do professionally), I'm committed to compassion and kindness without excusing that which must be acknowledged. I'm well aware of the systems we live under. I know what's happening in the world. I've lived it. I acknowledge reality, but I refuse to be a slave to a disempowering narrative that rarely focuses on actual solutions. I never want to forget that you can still be compassionate with those you don't agree with. And this way of thinking is what I CHOOSE because it makes my time on planet earth better, you don't have to take it on if it doesn't work for you. I want to live a life that isn't centred around identity politics and all that comes with it, so much more in my life takes priority. I want to remain open to new ideas, perspectives, and thoughts – so that I can grow, course correct where necessary, and make a genuine impact on a local and global level. I want to give people the benefit of the doubt and continue using discernment instead of making sweeping harmful (often lazy) assumptions based on the colour of people's skin or their gender. I refuse to take on the black or white thinking because I've seen and experienced the grave harm that does. As I move into this next season of my life, I'm more interested in the grey area – where we all exist. The nail in the coffin for me was all the events that took place last Summer. Last Summer in the height of the Black Lives Matter movement, I noticed a shadowy part of me emerging and although I didn't judge it, I wasn't comfortable with what was coming up. All the critical social justice dogma I'd been consciously and unconsciously imbibing over the past 2 years began taking a HUGE toll on my mental health, and I hadn't even realised that I wasn't functioning as a full human being – until it reached it's peak. The unpleasant internal experience I had is what led me where I am now, which is why I'm a firm believer that welcoming discomfort in is one of the most loving things you can do for yourself. On social media at that time I was DEEP is various social justice echo chambers that shared more than enough infographics, stories, feed posts, IG LIVES, to make my fight or flight response go nuts. I was in constant fight mode, and wasn't aware. I was being indoctrinated; this means “to teach a person or a group to accept a set of beliefs uncritically”. I found myself subconsciously looking for things that would piss me off, which is a symptom of wokeness that seems to show up in many people – hundreds of you have shared your own experiences with me in the past month alone and the similarities in our stories are alarming. Before reacting to things, I did ZERO in-depth research of my own. It's almost as if facts were an unwelcome guest. Anything that didn't align with the beliefs I held about race, sex, gender, politics, etc – I rejected (this was all unconscious). I didn't question the sources I was getting information from, it was all taken as objective truth. It was ALL reactionary, I was on autopilot. I didn't realise I had many people on pedestals that they shouldn't have been on in the first place (no fault of their own, I put them there), I was operating purely based on emotions and feelings that gave my nervous system the signal that I was under threat. And that's the energy I acted and spoke from. I rashly unfollowed some people on my social media who I'd decided should have ‘spoken up' in support of Black Lives Matter (an organisationI have now done my own extensive research on, but that's a whole other story) – simply because (based on my egos time frame) they weren't responding as and when they ‘should' have. I'm sure I re-shared something about ‘white silence' being ‘violence' (an oversimplified and unfair statement I no longer agree with, and you can watch the lengthy live I did with Rukiat where I go into some of this). I also publicly shamed an unsuspecting man who had messaged me to question me about my conduct (I immediately assumed he was white…he was mixed race). And even though his approach was not a welcome one, he wasn't unkind to me – which is why I'm not proud of the unkind way in which I reacted…not responded, reacted. What frightened me was the applause I got from over 4,000 people when I called out this man in an Instagram post – I didn't say anything wild, but I did deconstruct his direct message publicly with the intention to embarrass him, not to resolve anything – to embarrass. I was honestly shocked by how many people used the environment I had created to exercise pack mentality, and to casually shame and scold a stranger – of which I take responsibility for as the person that created that environment. I now know that publicly shaming someone is a common tactic used in most woke spaces and echo chambers on social media, and it's so normalised. This is the kind of thing that quickly leads to bullying, doxing, stalking, and harassment…and sometimes ends in suicide. After seeing the responses applauding me, I removed the post and started asking myself some questions; who am I doing this for? why did my interaction with this man need to be publicised? what is really the root of the anger I feel? is this a performance on my behalf? what research have I done to support the ideology I'm leading with? are there any alternative sources that can give me more information or provide clarity on the situation I'm reacting to? do I really believe this or am I regurgitating something I read/heard/saw somewhere? I'm of the thinking that there is such a thing as justified anger, and I believe that all emotions and modes of expressions have their place – but I know myself well enough to know that the way I handled that particular situation was not necessary. This incident led me start evaluating my own behaviour and doing more research around the cancel culture phenomenon. And it's just one recent example of how some of this stuff has showed up in my life over the past 2 years. SO, why am I calling ‘WOKENESS' a cult? Well, first lets start by defining what the term woke even means. It's a term that been around for a very long time but has (in my eyes) lost all of it's credibility and meaning in recent years. Woke: a term embedded in US Black History and social justice which originally meant being aware, well-informed, and up to date with what was happening within the community. “Stay woke became a watch word in parts of the black community for those who considered themselves self-aware, questioning the dominant paradigm, and striving for something better” – and these are the sentiments I will always stand for, however… This is NOT how it's playing out these days, and you can read this interesting article to get a timeline of how it's evolved over the years, and I'll continue sharing with you the specific pockets of ‘wokeness' and social justice that I have divorced myself from. I can no longer be an active participant in any culture or movement that encourages groupthink, outrage on demand, fear and violence, revamped segregation, fabricating history, cancellations masked as accountability, self-centredness… normalisation of racism towards white people, the disempowerment of black people masked as social justice, the constant redefining of existing language, ignoring self-responsibility, constant pathologizing, oppressed vs oppressor mentality, and the pressure to conform and comply… It's exhausting. And honestly, I have better things to do with my time. Not to mention, it's killing us. I also find it very telling that people who are married to these woke spaces will immediately assume that those that are requesting for more compassion, understanding, room for discussion, removal of censorship – only want these things so they can have free reign to be bigots, sexist, ‘fascists', racists, homophobes, etc. As a free-thinking black woman who most definitely wants more compassion, understanding, healthy discussion, empathy, removal of censorship, more tolerance and acceptance when it matters most…I can guarantee you that my final goal isn't so I can be a racist sexist fascist alt-righter extremist. LOL. And if you can understand this, what makes someone who happens to be white any less sincere if they want the exact same thing as me? Which many people do! I hope you can sort of see just how oversimplified and flawed this madness is. I often laugh about the ridiculous nature of it all, but what's concerning is that it's spreading like wildfire, it's causing lasting harm, and it's distracting us from the very real work that needs to be done to tackle injustice and unite us as human beings. I will stick to my guns by saying that the turn we're taking because of critical social justice and this current strain of branded monetised wokeness – is not going to take us to the promised land (SPOILER: there is no utopia, I'm sorry to break it to you). As someone who will never stop advocating for human rights (fairness, equality, access to resources, respect, independence – for ALL, not just for people who share my skin tone and gender), I have come to realise that I do not need to be part of any groups or wear any labels to make a positive contribution to this planet of ours. This is also why I do not identify as a feminist. Just like everything else I've spoken about so far; the current wave of commodified feminism is so far removed from my core values; honesty, respect, interconnection, equality, individuality etc. There's a lot of self-righteousness, virtue signalling, self-centeredness, and a lack of empathy in most of what I see being presented today as feminism – and again; it seems to be about revenge, superiority, and personal branding. It's also not uncommon to be made to feel unintelligent, wrong, and inferior in a lot of these supposedly ‘safe spaces' – simply because you don't identify with the label or agree with all the view points of the group. IT'S TIRING, and I wish more people knew that you can still believe in and advocate for equality and fairness without wearing a label like a badge of honour. My mission isn't to be superior to anyone, nor do I want to see the demise of any gender. I believe that we should all have equal rights and opportunities, and I'm also realistic about the differences we have as human beings – I celebrate those differences. In a world obsessed with labels and titles, I would rather let my values and actions speak for themselves. These are the times when I am incredibly grateful for the upbringing I've had, both in Zimbabwe and here in the UK. I'm grateful that I was raised to think for myself, and that's what I'll continue to do. I was raised to not judge people based on the colour of their skin, gender, class etc – no matter what. And that's what I'll continue to do. YES, I could choose to carry animosity in my heart based on the pain my ancestors experienced and the injustice still taking place in many different parts of the world – but what does that do for me, my mental state, my community, and those I interact with in the present day? I'd rather acknowledge reality, and focus on solutions. I wasn't really raised to ask many questions, but in adulthood asking powerful questions (even when they are simple) is something that has become a non-negotiable – and that's what I will continue to do. I will continue to trust myself and question things. I will do my own research before responding purely based on emotion. I will keep myself open to having challenging conversations if I have the capacity to do so, and if I don't have the capacity to engage, I will still not shut anyone down – unless absolutely necessary. My biggest realisation has been that most of these people that pose as Social Justice Warriors, Activists, Agents of Change etc – don't actually want to improve and repair society. They don't want a better world. For some the goal is to make things worse. A lot of the people I know in these spaces have brands, careers, and management teams from this. Their livelihood depends on them playing this role, which often means that they will continue to find everything wrong with society instead of making consistent efforts to unite and truly empower. There's a sinister side many people aren't comfortable speaking about because of the potential backlash, and it's unfair to those of us who end up being sucked into these echo chambers and movements through the promise of community and betterment. Most of us just want to help. We want to see change! In our personal lives, and in the world we exist in. This leaves us vulnerable to questionable ‘leaders', influencers, and organisations who set themselves up so that you cannot question their practices or agenda. The similarities of wokeness/critical social justice to fundamentalist religion (something I'm VERY familiar with) is why I choose to call it a cult, the framework and tactics are eerily similar… It usually goes a little like this; find/attract a vulnerable person, make them feel like they belong so they can trust you, tell them exactly what they want to hear, and once they become loyal – it is easier to sell them outlandish concepts and to make them ‘repent' for ‘sins' they have supposedly committed… the person then regresses and begins to rely on their ‘leader' or the ideology to shape their thoughts and their world view. They are introduced to an enemy and are encouraged to cut themselves off from the outside world and anyone else who doesn't agree with or follow the ideology (us vs them mentality). Once cut off from everyone, the individual is more dependent on the leader or the group, and then it becomes increasingly difficult to leave. Just like an abusive relationship! This is exactly what I'm seeing in the woke/feminist/critical social justice spaces. Despite it all, the individual is often unaware of what's really happening and will continue to believe that they are acting on their own accord. The prison walls remain invisible. But it's possible to break out! It's why I've decided to speak out. And if you don't agree with what I'm sharing, and this has not been your experience – that's okay. I will always respect your right to own your experiences and perspectives. I ask that you do the same for me. We live different lives, we have different views. It's normal. What ISN'T normal, is forcing people to comply and bow down to an ideology, simply because YOU think it's the right one. If you resonate with what I've shared in this letter, please know that you are not alone. You are allowed to change your mind. You are allowed to grow. You are allowed to walk away. You are allowed to put your foot down. There is no one way to ‘do the work'. You don't have to pray to a single political idea, movement, or group – nor do you have to agree with EVERYTHING presented to you as the absolute truth. You are not morally inferior or superior to anyone else. And remember that we still have to co-exist on this planet, so expecting everyone you encounter to agree with every belief or view that you hold – is fucking wild, LOL. If you have read this far, I appreciate your time and your attention. Any typos you see, represent the sheer passion flowing through me. I'll stop here because I could go on, there is always more to say. I feel like this letter is just the foundation of the conversations I REALLY want to have so I will likely explore some of the specificities in podcast form and through my newsletter. I'm considering producing and hosting a limited podcast series that specifically talks about these themes. Don't worry, my existing podcastBeyond the Self won't be going anywhere! In the meantime; you can find me on Instagram if we're not already connected. Although my work as a Mindset Coach, Speaker, and Consultant has nothing to do with social justice, cancel culture, wokeness etc – this is something I'll continue to speak about because it directly speaks to 2 of my biggest areas of focus, which in this case are collective self-sabotage and psychological manipulation. I encourage you to break out of any echo chambers (especially on social media) and explore yourself BEYOND your race, your pronouns, your genitals, your sexuality, your physical capabilities, your politics – those things have their place but there is so much more to you. And in fact, when you do go beyond those neatly prescribed boxes, you become more secure within your identity. I urge you to unsubscribe to anyone and anything that is stripping you of your humanity, your agency, and is proving to be detrimental to your mental wellbeing. You deserve better, let's never stop speaking up! Love always, Africa (OTHER NEWS) Senators Have Re-Introduced the Highly Unpopular EARN IT Bill That Would Scan All Online Messages Electronic Frontier Foundation People don't want outsiders reading their private messages—not their physical mail, not their texts, not their DMs, nothing. It's a clear and obvious point, but one place it doesn't seem to have reached is the U.S. Senate. A group of lawmakers led by Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) have re-introduced the EARN IT Act, an incredibly unpopular bill from 2020 that was dropped in the face of overwhelming opposition. Let's be clear: the new EARN IT Act would pave the way for a massive new surveillance system, run by private companies, that would roll back some of the most important privacy and security features in technology used by people around the globe. It's a framework for private actors to scan every message sent online and report violations to law enforcement. And it might not stop there. The EARN IT Act could ensure that anything hosted online—backups, websites, cloud photos, and more—is scanned.The bill empowers every U.S. state or territory to create sweeping new Internet regulations, by stripping away the critical legal protections for websites and apps that currently prevent such a free-for-all—specifically, Section 230. The states will be allowed to pass whatever type of law they want to hold private companies liable, as long as they somehow relate their new rules to online child abuse. The goal is to get states to pass laws that will punish companies when they deploy end-to-end encryption, or offer other encrypted services. This includes messaging services like WhatsApp, Signal, and iMessage, as well as web hosts like Amazon Web Services. We know that EARN IT aims to spread the use of tools to scan against law enforcement databases because the bill's sponsors have said so. In a “Myths and Facts” document distributed by the bill's proponents, it even names the government-approved software that they could mandate . Senators supporting the EARN IT Act say they need new tools to prosecute cases over child sexual abuse material, or CSAM. But the methods proposed by EARN IT take aim at the security and privacy of everything hosted on the Internet. Possessing, viewing, or distributing CSAM is already written into law as an extremely serious crime, with a broad framework of existing laws seeking to eradicate it. Online service providers that have actual knowledge of an apparent or imminent violation of current laws around CSAM are required to make a report to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), a government entity which forwards reports to law enforcement agencies. The Senators supporting the bill have said that their mass surveillance plans are somehow magically compatible with end-to-end encryption. That's completely false, no matter whether it's called “client side scanning” or another misleading new phrase. The EARN IT Act doesn't target Big Tech. It targets every individual internet user, treating us all as potential criminals who deserve to have every single message, photograph, and document scanned and checked against a government database. Since direct government surveillance would be blatantly unconstitutional and provoke public outrage, EARN IT uses tech companies—from the largest ones to the very smallest ones—as its tools. The strategy is to get private companies to do the dirty work of mass surveillance. This is the same tactic that the U.S. government used last year, when law enforcement agencies tried to convince Apple to subvert its own encryption and scan users' photos for them. It's the same strategy that U.K. law enforcement is using to convince the British public to give up its privacy, having spent public money on a laughable publicity campaign that demonizes companies that use encryption. (NEXT) Why Are Myocarditis Rates Surging in Europe? New groundbreaking data: Myocarditis rates up 30-75 percent nationally Epoch Times, February 1, 2022 I've been trying to find national rates of myocarditis in Canada or the United States for several weeks but haven't been able to find a reliable dataset. However, I came across two countries that appear to be closely tracking this issue: Germany and France. The results are damning. First, take a look at Germany: Since vaccines were widely distributed last year, myocarditis rates surged more than 75 percent. Maybe Germany is just an outlier and I'm senselessly speculating. Look at France: In 2021, myocarditis cases rose 31 percent—the highest in several years. They only rose in 2021, the year vaccines were rolled out to the public. It's impossible to prove with 100 percent certainty, but this data strongly indicates that mass vaccination in these European nations has led to surging rates of myocarditis (cases are almost certainly concentrated in young men under the age of 40). But among young men, the vaccine-induced myocarditis signal is incontrovertible. And by best available evidence, it occurs at a HIGHER frequency than infection-induced myocarditis in that age/gender demographic. As a robust analysis by Oxford researchers found last month, Pfizer doses 2 & 3 and Moderna doses 1 & 2 are associated with post-vaccine myocarditis rates that exceed the rates of infection-induced myocarditis in men under 40. Myocarditis Is a Non-Serious, Minor Condition? For detractors who think myocarditis is no big deal and most cases are “mild,” consider a TYPICAL case of myocarditis (regardless of the cause): 1) 3-6 months of limited physical activity. No sports or athletic competition. Even carrying heavy textbooks and walking up stairs can be prohibited. 2) Being placed on medications such as beta-blockers or ACE inhibitors that can have negative side effects. 3) Scars in heart region visible on an MRI scan. 4) Life-long risk of cardiac complications.
On this can't-miss episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff, I sit down with child advocate Callahan Walsh from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC). Mr. Walsh grew up never meeting his brother. His brother, Adam Walsh, was kidnapped and murdered. The tragedy motivated his parents, John and Revé Walsh, to utilize their pain to prevent others from experiencing it. Callahan Walsh has carried on his family legacy by doing everything in his power to assist law enforcement in the recovery of missing children, reducing child exploitation and preventing child victimization. Listen in as we talk about all the ways we can safeguard our most valuable assets, our children. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest BSO news between podcast episodes.
If you work in content moderation or with a team that specializes in content moderation, then you know that the fight against child sexual abuse material (CSAM) is a challenging one. The New York Times reported that in 2018, technology companies reported a record 45 million online photos and videos of child sexual abuse. Ralph Spencer, our guest for this episode, has been working to make online spaces safer and combatting CSAM for more than 20 years, including as a technical investigator at AOL. Ralph describes how when he first started at AOL, in the mid-'90s, the work of finding and reviewing CSAM was largely manual. His team depended on community reports and all of the content was manually reviewed. Eventually, this manual review led to the creation of AOL's Image Detection Filtering Process (IDFP), which reduced the need to manually review the actual content of CSAM. Working with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), law enforcement, and a coalition of other companies, Ralph shares how he saw his own team's work evolve, what he considered his own metrics of success when it comes to this work, and the challenges that he sees for today's platforms. The tools, vocabulary, and affordances for professionals working to make the internet safer have all improved greatly, but in this episode, Patrick and Ralph discuss the areas that need continued improvement. They discuss Section 230 and what considerations should be made if it were to be amended. Ralph explains that when he worked at AOL, the service surpassed six million users. As of last year, Facebook had 2.8 billion monthly active users. With a user base that large and a monopoly on how many people communicate, what will the future hold for how children, workers, and others that use them are kept safe on such platforms? Ralph and Patrick also discuss: Ralph's history fighting CSAM at AOL, both manually and with detection tools Apple's announcement to scan iCloud photos for NCMEC database matches How Ralph and other professionals dealing with CSAM protect their own health and well-being Why Facebook is calling for new or revised internet laws to govern its own platform Our Podcast is Made Possible By… If you enjoy our show, please know that it's only possible with the generous support of our sponsor: Vanilla, a one-stop shop for online community. Big Quotes How Ralph fell into trust and safety work (20:23): “[Living in the same apartment building as a little girl who was abused] was a motivational factor [in doing trust and safety work]. I felt it was a situation where, while I did basically all I could in that situation, I [also] didn't do enough. When this [job] came along … I saw it as an opportunity. If I couldn't make the situation that I was dealing with in real life correct, then maybe I can do something to make a situation for one of these kids in these [CSAM] pictures a little bit better.” –Ralph Spencer Coping with having to routinely view CSAM (21:07): “I developed a way of dealing with [having to view CSAM]. I'd leave work and try not to think about it. When we were still doing this as a team … everybody at AOL generally got 45 minutes to an hour for lunch. We'd take two-hour lunches, go out, walk around. We did team days before people really started doing them. We went downtown in DC one day and went to the art gallery. The logic for that was like, you see ugly stuff every day, let's go look at some stuff that has cultural value or has some beauty to it, and we'll stop and have lunch at a nice restaurant.” –Ralph Spencer How organizations work with NCMEC and law enforcement to report CSAM (28:32): “[When our filtering tech] catches something that it sees in the [CSAM] database, it packages a report which includes the image, the email that the image was attached to, and a very small amount of identifying information. The report is then automatically sent to [the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children]. NCMEC looks at it, decides if it's something that they can run with, and if it is … they send the report to law enforcement in [the correct] jurisdiction.” –Ralph Spencer When “Ralph caught a fed” (37:37): “We caught the guy who was running the Miami office of [Immigration and Customs Enforcement]. He was sending [CSAM]. … That one set me back a little bit. … I remember asking the guy who started the team that I was on, who went on to become an expert witness. He worked in the legal department, and his job basically was to go around the country and testify at all the trials explaining how the technology that caught these images worked. I said, ‘I got an email about this guy from ICE down in Florida, was that us?' He's like, ‘Yes, that was you.'” –Ralph Spencer Facebook's multiple lines of communication offer multiple avenues for content violations (45:08): “Zuckerberg is running around talking about how he's trying to get the world closer together by communicating and increasing the lines of communication. A lot of these lines just lead to destructive ends.” –Ralph Spencer About Ralph Spencer Ralph Spencer has been working to make online spaces safer for more than 20 years, starting with his time as a club editorial specialist (message board editor) at Prodigy and then graduating to America Online. He's wrestled with some of the most challenging material on the internet. During his time at AOL, Ralph was a terms of service representative, a graphic analyst, and a case investigator before landing his final position as a technical investigator. In that position, he was in charge of dealing with all issues involving child sexual abuse material (CSAM), then referred to as “illegal images” by the company. Ralph oversaw the daily operation of the automated processes used to scan AOL member email for these images and the reporting pf these incidents to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) which, ultimately, sent these reports to the appropriate law enforcement agencies. The evidence that Ralph, and the team he worked with in AOL's legal department, compiled contributed to numerous arrests and convictions of individuals for the possession and distribution of CSAM. He currently lives in the Washington, DC area and works as a freelance trust and safety consultant. Related Links Sponsor: Vanilla, a one-stop-shop for online community Ralph Spencer on LinkedIn National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) Andrew Vachss Apple's extended protections for children Derek Powazek on Community Signal Derek's thread regarding Apple's announcement The Internet Is Overrun With Images of Child Sexual Abuse. What Went Wrong? (the New York Times) The Facebook Files (the Wall Street Journal) Jeff Horwitz on Community Signal Sophie Zhang on Community Signal The Facebook Whistleblower, Frances Haugen, Says She Wants to Fix the Company, Not Harm It (the Wall Street Journal) Facebook's Zuckerberg defends encryption, despite child safety concerns (Reuters) aol.com by Kara Swisher Transcript View transcript on our website Your Thoughts If you have any thoughts on this episode that you'd like to share, please leave me a comment, send me an email or a tweet. If you enjoy the show, we would be so grateful if you spread the word and supported Community Signal on Patreon.
Session Description: The vast opportunities that children have in today's online world come with a number of benefits and risks. This session will help adults mitigate those risks and protect children in the online space. Learn about the dangers online, how to monitor online activity and how to help your child make safe and responsible decisions. Presenter: Detective David Feyen, EFCE, CCME, ACE, CBE Det. David Feyen is a 22-year law enforcement professional. During his career, Det. Feyen held several assignments to include that of a field training officer, a certified Use of Force Instructor, Firearms instructor and a member of the Tactical Unit. Upon being promoted to the rank of Detective in 2011, Det. Feyen took over responsibility for investigating motor vehicle thefts in the City of Waukesha and received specialized training in fire investigations. Det. Feyen then began to specialize in investigations involving internet-based crimes including crimes against children. As a part of the WI Dept of Justice ICAC Task Force, he regularly investigates Cybertipline reports from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) of child sexual exploitation. He also conducts undercover operations to detect and apprehend suspects who use the internet to target children. He has given numerous presentations to civic groups and local schools on how to safeguard our children while they explore the internet. In 2014, he was named the co-recipient of the Waukesha Elk's Club Police Officer of the Year for his work safeguarding children on-line. He is also a member of the department's Computer Forensic Unit. This unit processes all digital devices seized as evidence and recovers artifacts to present them as evidence in court. He undergoes continuous training and education to keep pace with the rapidly changing world of digital forensics. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/preventthis/support
Apple has long sold its iPhone on the value of privacy, of having one's personal life kept separate from the all-seeing eyes of other technology companies and/or the state. Has that promise been illusory? To some extent, of course. But now, with the announcement that the California company would be using its own operating system to compare every iCloud user's photos with information provided by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), the privacy horse appears to have completely left the barn. Nothing to hide doesn't mean there's nothing to fear...in Virtual Legality. CHECK OUT THE VIDEO AT: https://youtu.be/hTwN9LHpRU4 #Apple #Privacy #iCloud *** CHANNEL SUPPORT PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/VirtualLegality STREAMLABS - https://streamlabs.com/richardhoeg STORE - https://teespring.com/stores/hoeg-law-store *** CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 2:07 Apple's "Expanded Protections for Children" 6:30 Legal Requirements 8:43 Scanning Your Phone 12:43 The NCMEC 17:46 Apple's Terms and Policies 20:30 Criticisms (EFF) 23:08 Internal Defensiveness 26:02 Privacy and State Actors 31:32 Government Problems (including the US) 36:28 Conclusion *** Discussed in this episode: "Expanded Protections for Children" Apple Blog Post - August 5, 2021 https://www.apple.com/child-safety/ "Reporting requirements of providers" 18 USC 2258A https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/2258A NMEC Materials: * "About Us" - https://www.missingkids.org/footer/about * Form 990 (2019) - https://www.missingkids.org/content/dam/missingkids/pdfs/2019_NCMEC_Form%20990%20Public%20Inspection%20Copy%20-%20JC%20signed.pdf * DOJ Grant - https://ojjdp.ojp.gov/funding/awards/2020-mc-fx-k004 * Funding Law - https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/34/11293 iOS 14 Terms of Service https://www.apple.com/legal/sla/docs/iOS14_iPadOS14.pdf Apple Privacy Policy https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/pdfs/apple-privacy-policy-en-ww.pdf "Apple's Plan to "Think Different" About Encryption Opens a Backdoor to Your Private Life" EFF - August 5, 2021 https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2021/08/apples-plan-think-different-about-encryption-opens-backdoor-your-private-life "In internal memo, Apple addresses concerns around new Photo scanning features, doubles down on the need to protect children" 9to5Mac - August 6, 2021 https://9to5mac.com/2021/08/06/apple-internal-memo-icloud-photo-scanning-concerns/ "Interview: Apple's head of Privacy details child abuse detection and Messages safety features" August 10, 2021 https://techcrunch.com/2021/08/10/interview-apples-head-of-privacy-details-child-abuse-detection-and-messages-safety-features/ Apple FAQ https://www.apple.com/child-safety/pdf/Expanded_Protections_for_Children_Frequently_Asked_Questions.pdf "Apple criticised for storing data inside China" BBC - May 20, 2021 https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-57186275 "Apple's iPhones Will Include New Tools to Flag Child Sexual Abuse" New York Times - August 5, 2021 https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/05/technology/apple-iphones-privacy.html *** "Virtual Legality" is a continuing series discussing the law, video games, software, and everything digital, hosted by Richard Hoeg, of the Hoeg Law Business Law Firm (Hoeg Law). CHECK OUT THE REST OF VIRTUAL LEGALITY HERE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1zDCgJzZUy9YAU61GoW-00K0TJOGnPCo DISCUSSION IS PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE. INDIVIDUALS INTERESTED IN THE LEGAL TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS VIDEO SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR OWN COUNSEL. *** Twitter: @hoeglaw Web: hoeglaw.com
#apple #icloud #privacy Apple recently announced scanning all images uploaded to iCloud for CSAM (child abuse material), and that this scan would happen locally on users' phones. We take a look at the technical report and explore how the system works in detail, how it is designed to preserve user privacy, and what weak points it still has. OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 3:05 - System Requirements 9:15 - System Overview 14:00 - NeuralHash 20:45 - Private Set Intersection 31:15 - Threshold Secret Sharing 35:25 - Synthetic Match Vouchers 38:20 - Problem 1: Who controls the database? 42:40 - Problem 2: Adversarial Attacks 49:40 - Comments & Conclusion Paper: https://www.apple.com/child-safety/pd... ML News Episode about CSAM: https://youtu.be/gFkBqD2hbnU Abstract: CSAM Detection enables Apple to accurately identify and report iCloud users who store known Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) in their iCloud Photos accounts. Apple servers flag accounts exceeding a threshold number of images that match a known database of CSAM image hashes so that Apple can provide relevant information to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). This process is secure, and is expressly designed to preserve user privacy. CSAM Detection provides these privacy and security assurances: • Apple does not learn anything about images that do not match the known CSAM database. • Apple can't access metadata or visual derivatives for matched CSAM images until a threshold of matches is exceeded for an iCloud Photos account. • The risk of the system incorrectly flagging an account is extremely low. In addition, Apple manually reviews all reports made to NCMEC to ensure reporting accuracy. • Users can't access or view the database of known CSAM images. • Users can't identify which images were flagged as CSAM by the system. For detailed information about the cryptographic protocol and security proofs that the CSAM Detection process uses, see The Apple PSI System. Links: TabNine Code Completion (Referral): http://bit.ly/tabnine-yannick YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/yannickilcher Twitter: https://twitter.com/ykilcher Discord: https://discord.gg/4H8xxDF BitChute: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/yann... Minds: https://www.minds.com/ykilcher Parler: https://parler.com/profile/YannicKilcher LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yannic-ki... BiliBili: https://space.bilibili.com/1824646584 If you want to support me, the best thing to do is to share out the content :) If you want to support me financially (completely optional and voluntary, but a lot of people have asked for this): SubscribeStar: https://www.subscribestar.com/yannick... Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/yannickilcher Bitcoin (BTC): bc1q49lsw3q325tr58ygf8sudx2dqfguclvngvy2cq Ethereum (ETH): 0x7ad3513E3B8f66799f507Aa7874b1B0eBC7F85e2 Litecoin (LTC): LQW2TRyKYetVC8WjFkhpPhtpbDM4Vw7r9m Monero (XMR): 4ACL8AGrEo5hAir8A9CeVrW8pEauWvnp1WnSDZxW7tziCDLhZAGsgzhRQABDnFy8yuM9fWJDviJPHKRjV4FWt19CJZN9D4n
One of the most insidious and disturbing crimes are those committed against children and other vulnerable populations. It is so important that we understand the precursors to these crimes and what we can do to prevent them from occurring. Additionally, we need to understand what these crimes look like in our homes, in the street, and how we contact law enforcement. In Episode 64 Austin Berrier and I talk about this difficult topic, his role as a Special Agent dealing with crimes against children and how pervasive this form of criminal activity has become. This is an uncomfortable topic but one that must be addressed head on, I hope you learn something of value. Thanks for listening! A little about our guest: Austin Berrier has been a Special Agent with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) since January 2003. Special Agent Berrier has been assigned to both the Los Angeles, California and Phoenix, Arizona field offices. During his time with HSI Special Agent Berrier has investigated commercial fraud, maritime smuggling, contraband smuggling and criminal street gangs. He has been assigned to Crimes Against Children since January 2009. During that time Special Agent Berrier has conducted both traditional and undercover online investigations across a broad spectrum of platforms such as peer-to-peer, social media, file-sharing and live-streaming platforms. Special Agent Berrier is a recipient of the 2018 Assistant Attorney General's Distinguished Service Award for Project Mercury, a 3 ½ year online undercover investigation that has led to the arrest and/or indictment of over 200 child predators globally, the identification of over two dozen victims of contact abuse and the safeguarding of nearly 6o additional children prior to abuse occurring. Special Agent Berrier has presented and instructed both within the U.S. as well as Internationally in Canada and at EUROPOL and INTERPOL. Prior to his employment with the U.S. Government, Special Agent Berrier spent five years in municipal policing with the Bedford County Sheriff's Office and four years as Military Policemen in the United States Marine Corps assigned to Security Company, HMX-1 (Marine One), Presidential Helicopter Squadron. Other resources for interested listeners: National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) https://www.missingkids.org/HOME United Stated Department of Justice, Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section (DOJ-CEOS) https://www.justice.gov/criminal-ceos Homeland Security Investigations Cyber Crime Center (HSI-C3) https://www.ice.gov/partnerships-centers/cyber-crimes-center Department of Homeland Security Center for Countering Human Trafficking https://www.ice.gov/features/ccht _____________________ You can find the Fireground Fitness podcast wherever great podcasts are located. So, search it out and subscribe. Your feedback is powerful, and greatly appreciated. Go to apple podcasts, subscribe, rate and review the podcast or shoot me an email! If you would like to contact today's guest... in: Austin Berrier Austin J. Berrier, Jr. Special Agent Homeland Security Investigations - Phoenix 3010 N. 2nd St., Suite 201 Phoenix AZ, 85012 602.391.8677 Austin.Berrier@ice.dhs.gov Your host can be reached at: IG: @firegroundfitness FB: @fireground fitness Twitter: @firegroundfit Email: raynegray@firegroundfitness.com
Episode: 00062 Release Date: July 5, 2021 Description: Our first video interview! With hot wings! Inspired by the popular series, Hot Ones, this week we interview Erin Wickersham as both she and Jason take a bite of different hot wings between questions. Erin shares how she started her analytical career with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) and how she transitioned to the Maricopa District Attorney's Office, helping achieve multiple successful prosecutions. Erin chose a case where she had the opportunity to work with the FBI Behavioral Unit and ViCAP initiative on an investigation to track down an offender and ultimately prosecute. Erin emphasizes the importance of networking, continuous learning, and how one position can benefit another. Erin is currently a Criminal Intelligence Analyst with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office. Name Drops: Sean Rambaran (00:15:28), Bill Montgomery (00:15:56), Noah Fritz/Jim Mallard/Christopher Bruce (00:18:32), Julie Wartell (00:28:45), Rafael Serrano (00:29:04), Alyssa Ginter (00:33:00) Public Service Announcements: Related Links: https://www.missingkids.org; https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/vicap; Hot Ones: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAzrgbu8gEMIIK3r4Se1dOZWSZzUSadfZ Association(s) Mentioned: AACA, IACA, IALEIA, Prosecution Analyst Listserv (PALS) Vendor(s) Mentioned: Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-wickersham-07239615/ Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong Podcast Researcher: Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com. Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners. Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/D1JgH80kKRs Timestamp Topic Hot Sauce 0:02:00 Discovering the LEA Profession Hot Ones The Classic - 1,800 Scoville 0:05:24 NCMEC Red Clay Verde - 50,000+ Scoville 0:13:09 Attorney's Office Analyst Rising Smoke It - 50,000+ Scoville 0:21:26 Analyst Badge Story Rising Smoke Smoldering Embers - 50,000+ Scoville 0:27:42 Prosecution Analyst Forum Bad to the Bone Hot - 50,000+ Scoville 0:31:41 AACA 2018 Innovator of the Year Hemorrhoid Helper Burns Both Ways - 50,000+ Scoville 0:35:43 Advice for Analysts Adoboloco Fiya! Fiya! - 77,000 Scoville 0:41:14 Whitlows Bravado Spice Co. Miso Ghost-Reaper - 116,000 Scoville 0:43:48 Pole Dancing Vicious Viper - 250,000 Scoville 0:46:27 Flip Phone Karma Sauce Burn After Eating - 669,000 Scoville 0:49:32 Favorite Russian Word Hot Ones The Last Dab XXX - 2,000,000+ Scoville
#BananaKats #ProkiddoIn this week's episode, we cover two topics. First, we discuss the sentencing of a former High School teacher that has been charged with voyeurism. We end the episode with recent updates from The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children [NCMEC]. Thank you for listening, liking, commenting, and subscribing. Apple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-betrayed/id1478714692Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5h6OSYNMUY6BNdNFMWEBHsInstagramhttps://instagram.com/thebetrayed?igshid=1an0vdudynkalppqwqoFaceBookhttps://www.facebook.com/TheBetrayedPodcast/Gina's Instagram@_ginabeckhttps://www.instagram.com/_ginabeck/Drew's Instagram@Dabber_Owlhttps://www.instagram.com/dabber_owl/Articles We MentionTeacher Sentenced: https://www.fox13news.com/news/former-bloomingdale-high-teacher-convicted-of-voyeurism-involving-over-100-students-faces-sentencing-dayLockdown Weirdos:https://nbc-2.com/news/crime/2021/01/08/pandemic-pedophiles-swfl-child-porn-tips-surge-in-quarantine/The Betrayed Logos by Muraknockouthttp://muraknockout.com/
The Story of Jolaine Hemmy and Pecos Jane DoeBack in August 2019, we released an episode telling the story of the death of a Jane Doe at the Roper's Motel in Pecos, Texas in July of 1966. Not long before that, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) contacted the new police chief there, Lisa Tarango, and asked her to work with them to identify the unknown drowned girl. Chief Tarango began looking into the case, but police files had since gone missing. Upon discovering a different type of file, a new likeness of Pecos Jane Doe was made, which kicked off a series of events that led to the discovery of her identity, officially announced on January 19th, 2021. The effort was a collaborative one, consisting of help from the Pecos Police, NCMEC, Innovative Forensic Labs, Othram Incorporated, and crowd funding.Submit your DNA data from a consumer testing company to Othram's database. It's only used for law enforcement investigations: https://dnasolves.com/user/registerYou can support gone cold – texas true crime at https://www.patreon.com/gonecoldpodcastFind us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram by using @gonecoldpodcast#JusticeForJolaineHemmy #JolaineHemmy #PecosJaneDoe #JaneDoe #Pecos #PecosTX #Texas #TX #TexasTrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #ColdCase #Unsolved #TrueCrime #GEDMatch #DNAgenealogy #othram #dnasolves
Guest host, Joy Cover, speaks with President and CEO of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), John Clark. John shares about the magnitude of online child exploitation and what each of us can do to end this injustice. Since 1984, NCMEC’s mission has been to help find missing children, reduce child sexual exploitation and prevent child victimization. The organization has helped law enforcement recover more than 327,000 missing kids, distributed billions of missing posters, operated a 24/7 missing children hotline, offered comfort to countless families and trained and provided free resources to law enforcement and other professionals across the country. John has served as NCMEC’s leader for four years. He has extensive law enforcement background, including 28 years with the United States Marshals Service. Before joining NCMEC, John was director of security at Lockheed Martin Corp., the nation’s largest defense contractor. Resources: National Center for Missing and Exploited Children: missingkids.org NCMEC Cyber Tipline: cybertipline.org | 1-800-THE-LOST NCMEC education resources: https://www.missingkids.org/education --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom424/support
It is believed that many cases of child abuse, including physical and sexual abuse and neglect, could be the dark figure of crime during the COVID-19 pandemic, with many mandated reporters being denied the usual access and observation they have during “normal times.” Since the coronavirus pandemic and associated national shutdowns began in early 2020, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has seen a drastic spike in the number of cases and reports of child sexual abuse materials online and online grooming of children. From March through December, NCMEC received 21 million CyberTipline reports, which is up from 18 million for the whole of 2019. “We see a correlation between the pandemic and people being homebound and connected on mobile devices,” says NCMEC President and CEO John F. Clark. In this episode of the Policing Matters podcast, host Jim Dudley speaks with John Clark about the work of NCMEC, which serves as the nation's clearinghouse and comprehensive reporting center for all issues related to the prevention of and recovery from child victimization. Is a child being sexually exploited online? Call 1-800-THE-LOST.
In this Bell Work Talks Michael Nance discusses Missing and Unidentified Persons -"Our Nation's Silent Mass Disaster." If someone you love disappeared what would you do to find them how would you be affected? On any given day there are approximately 90,000 people reported missing to the FBI's National Crime Information Center (NCIC). There are approximately 40,000 unidentified persons in coroner and medical examiner offices nationwide. Learn how the National Institute of Justice developed the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) to provide resources, paid for through federal taxes and are no cost, to families, law enforcement, coroners, and medical examiners. Find out how NamUs is working with the Presidential Task Force on Missing and Murdered American Indians and Alaska Natives in Operation Lady Justice. Learn how families are impacted by the debilitating affects of "ambiguous loss" and NamUs resources to help. Michael Nance retired from the Tulsa Police Department in 2010 after thirty-eight years. Nance's last assignment was as a Homicide Detective in Tulsa's Homicide Unit. Nance worked as a missing person/cold case investigator for the Oklahoma District 27 District Attorney's Office after retirement before joining NamUs in December 2012. Nance also works with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children(NCMEC) as a Team Adam Consultant (TAC) and Project Alert volunteer. Nance has been NamUs' Regional Program Specialist for Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, and Oklahoma for the past eight years. Resources: National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) www.namus.gov Missing Persons and Unidentified Remains: The Nation’s Silent Mass Disaster https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/missing-persons-and-unidentified-remains-nationssilent-mass-disaster Operation Lady Justice https://operationladyjustice.usdoj.gov/? fbclid=IwAR0wtcqPNNZC6hPJgJOgtGf_pmHdxVCH_DL8584a2HdU2BFKeOYL0bRWKw National Center for Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NCMEC) https://www.missingkids.org/ National Crime Information Center (NCIC) https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/ncic Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) https://www.fbi.gov/services/laboratory/biometric-analysis/codis/codis-and-ndis-factsheet#:~:text=CODIS%20is%20the %20acronym%20for,used%20to%20run%20these%20databases. Scientific Working Group on DNA Analysis Methods (SWGDAM) https://www.swgdam.org/ Ambiguous loss in families of the missing https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(02)11815-0/fulltext
Dr. David Hunt is a recipient of the Attorney General’s Citizen Volunteer Service Award. He was recently recognized for his volunteer work with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) where he works with their artists to illustrate what children who have gone missing might look like years later. When he is not helping solve cases, Dr. Hunt works as a physical and forensic anthropologist and archaeologist at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. In this episode of Patchwork, Dr. Hunt describes cases that he’s helped with and sheds light onto the many facets of his work. He also provides a general framework on how to be successful for those who are interested in a career in forensic science.
There are many reasons often cited why John and Jane Does die without their name. But what about when the unidentified is a child, too young to be without a caregiver? How do they lose their identity and why was no one looking for them? We examine some of these cases.WARNING: This episode contains violence against children. Listener discretion is advised.If you have any information on any of the Does covered in this episode, please call the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) at 1-800-THE-LOST.
Dr. Sandie Morgan and Dave Stachowiak interview Callahan Walsh, a child advocate for the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) and co-host of In Pursuit with John Walsh on Investigation Discovery. They discuss how COVID-19 has presented challenges and opportunities in the fight against child sexual exploitation and how we can make sure…
Dr. Sandie Morgan and Dave Stachowiak interview Callahan Walsh, a child advocate for the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) and co-host of In Pursuit with John Walsh on Investigation Discovery. They discuss how COVID-19 has presented challenges and opportunities in the fight against child sexual exploitation and how we can make sure…
John Walsh is our hero this week. He not only survived the unbelievable abduction and murder of his son but he went on to change the landscape of how we now treat child abductions. He also helped to catch over 1000 criminals and brought home over 50 missing children!Following the crime, the Walsh family founded the Adam Walsh Child Resource Center, a non-profit organization dedicated to legislative reform. It later merged with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), where John Walsh serves on the board of directors.
I am over here flagging you down!!! YES!!! YOU!! This episode is full of need to know information regarding THE LARGEST HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATION IN THE HISTORY OF MANKIND!! Our very special guests Tara Madison Survivor-Mentor, Christina Gillis Open Doors Regional Advocate/Freedom 7 Human Trafficking Task Force Chair, and Stacey Rowe LMHC from Open Doors Outreach Network are sharing important information and also giving us a look at how they are helping survivors. What are you waiting for? Press play!! Love this show?? Share with 1 friend!! Help us help the world!!For More Information Please visit https://DiamondMindRadio.comJanuary is Human Trafficking Month! Get educated and spread awareness!!!Support the cause by shopping www.JessicasLink.comIf you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911.Human trafficking is a situation in which an individual is compelled to work or engage in commercial sex through the use of force, fraud or coercion. If the individual is under the age of 18 and engaging in commercial sex they are experiencing regardless if force, fraud, or coercion is also taking place.If you believe you may have information about a trafficking situation:Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline toll-free hotline at 1-888-373-7888: Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocates are available 24/7 to take reports of potential human trafficking. Text the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 233733.Chat the National Human Trafficking Hotline via www.humantraffickinghotline.org/chatSubmit a tip online through the anonymous online reporting form below. However, please note that if the situation is urgent or occurred within the last 24 hours we would encourage you to call, text or chat.Report missing children or child pornography to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) at 1-800-THE-LOST (843-5678) or through their Cybertipline.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=W4EK5FMRT9TDG&source=url)
Episode 203, “The Child-Trafficking-to-Adult-Prostitution Pipeline.” Multiple states and jurisdictions are considering full decriminalization of adult prostitution. On the surface, it seems like a way to help an exploited population. But the potential for harm is real—especially for children. January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and we spoke to Yasmin Vafa of Rights4Girls about the connections between child sexual abuse and sex trafficking and the adult sex trade. What are supporters of full decriminalization missing? And what would a truly survivor-focused approach look like?Topics in this episode:· The sexual-abuse-to-prison pipeline, a domestic crisis (1:30)· No such thing as a child prostitute (4:27)· State statutes; child sex trafficking is a form of child abuse (6:15)· The connection between sex trafficking and the rest of the sex trade (9:30)· Defeating a full decriminalization bill in Washington, D.C. (17:40)· Other states considering decriminalization (20:43)· Advice to child advocates (24:11)Links:Yasmin Vafa, co-founder and executive director of Rights4Girls (originally known as Human Rights Project for Girls)“The Sexual Abuse to Prison Pipeline: The Girls’ Story”The No Such Thing Campaign featured Withelma “T” Ortiz Walker Pettigrew, whose viral petition helped persuade the Associated Press to stop using terms such as “child prostitute.”Human trafficking state laws National Center for Homeless Education (U.S. Department of Education) resources on trafficking and the commercial sexual exploitation of children U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children, Youth and Families “Guidance to States and Services on Addressing Human Trafficking of Children and Youth in the United States”“Vermont bill would decriminalize adult prostitution,” January 12, 2020, Associated PressCurrent status of H.569, “An act relating to prostitution,” in the Vermont General AssemblyThe equality model or Swedish model (partial decriminalization)National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). If you suspect an incident of child sex trafficking, call the NCMEC hotline at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678). Don’t ask, “what if I’m wrong?” Ask, “what if I’m right?” For more information about National Children’s Alliance and the work of Children’s Advocacy Centers, visit our website at nationalchildrensalliance.org.Support the show (https://www.nationalchildrensalliance.org/donate-now/)
In this episode you will discover the tools you can use for identifying your emotions and refocus to recenter self leading to overall wellbeing. What are you waiting for? Press play now!More information about special guest Jodi Hinkle can be found at https://www.herquest.netFor product info visit https://DiamondMindRadio.comREFOCUS MEDITATION RECORDINGJanuary is Human Trafficking Month! Get educated and spread awareness!!!Support the cause by shopping www.JessicasLink.comhttps://humantraffickinghotline.orgIf you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911.Human trafficking is a situation in which an individual is compelled to work or engage in commercial sex through the use of force, fraud or coercion. If the individual is under the age of 18 and engaging in commercial sex they are experiencing regardless if force, fraud, or coercion is also taking place.If you believe you may have information about a trafficking situation:Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline toll-free hotline at 1-888-373-7888: Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocates are available 24/7 to take reports of potential human trafficking. Text the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 233733.Chat the National Human Trafficking Hotline via www.humantraffickinghotline.org/chatSubmit a tip online through the anonymous online reporting form below. However, please note that if the situation is urgent or occurred within the last 24 hours we would encourage you to call, text or chat.Report missing children or child pornography to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) at 1-800-THE-LOST (843-5678) or through their Cybertipline.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=W4EK5FMRT9TDG&source=url)
Could Shamanic Healing be the answer you have been searching for? In this episode we learn about about Shamanic Healing and how it can help people. We have the honor of speaking with White star a Shaman and spiritual teacher. In this episode Guest White Star mentions 3 books by Jamie Sams, The Thirteen Original Clan Mothers, Medicine Cards, and Sacred Path Cards. If you are interested in the events mentioned in today’s episode and/or upcoming events please visit the following links: https://www.herquest.net/events/the-path-unfolds-finding-your-beloved-with-traditional-native- teaching-circle https://www.herquest.net/events/2-day-retreat-calling-from-the-hearthttps://www.herquest.net/events/full-moon-ceremony-grandmother-moon-i-am-readyFor those outside of the Florida area, we have a virtual offer with the “Calling Ceremony” happening in North Carolina in June. This is a deep dive into White Star’s Book, Calling From the Heart: An Invitation to Your Soul Companionhttps://www.herquest.net/events/indigenous-calling-ceremony-for-your-beloved-an-invitation-to-your- soul-companionhttps://www.herquest.net/post/the-path-unfolds-finding-your-beloved-with-an-indigenous-calling- ceremonyJanuary is Human Trafficking Month! Get educated and spread awareness!!!Support the cause by shopping www.JessicasLink.comhttps://humantraffickinghotline.orgIf you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911.Human trafficking is a situation in which an individual is compelled to work or engage in commercial sex through the use of force, fraud or coercion. If the individual is under the age of 18 and engaging in commercial sex they are experiencing regardless if force, fraud, or coercion is also taking place.If you believe you may have information about a trafficking situation:Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline toll-free hotline at 1-888-373-7888: Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocates are available 24/7 to take reports of potential human trafficking. Text the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 233733.Chat the National Human Trafficking Hotline via www.humantraffickinghotline.org/chatSubmit a tip online through the anonymous online reporting form below. However, please note that if the situation is urgent or occurred within the last 24 hours we would encourage you to call, text or chat.Report missing children or child pornography to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) at 1-800-THE-LOST (843-5678) or through their Cybertipline.https://DiamondMindRadio.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=W4EK5FMRT9TDG&source=url)
Oh my goodness!! Who is excited to have a rockstar year!? I am holding my hand up super high!! This is the episode for you!! I am sharing my goal formula which helps guide you to reaching/accomplishing your goals. Let's Start this year off with a plan that is detailed and sets you up for success. What are you waiting for? Press Play!January is Human Trafficking Month! Get educated and spread awareness!!!Support the cause by shopping www.JessicasLink.comhttps://humantraffickinghotline.orgIf you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911.Human trafficking is a situation in which an individual is compelled to work or engage in commercial sex through the use of force, fraud or coercion. If the individual is under the age of 18 and engaging in commercial sex they are experiencing regardless if force, fraud, or coercion is also taking place.If you believe you may have information about a trafficking situation:Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline toll-free hotline at 1-888-373-7888: Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocates are available 24/7 to take reports of potential human trafficking. Text the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 233733.Chat the National Human Trafficking Hotline via www.humantraffickinghotline.org/chatSubmit a tip online through the anonymous online reporting form below. However, please note that if the situation is urgent or occurred within the last 24 hours we would encourage you to call, text or chat.The information you provide will be reviewed by the National Hotline. All reports are confidential and you may remain anonymous. Interpreters are available via phone call only. Learn more about the Hotline's approach and policies regarding reporting trafficking situations to law enforcement.Report missing children or child pornography to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) at 1-800-THE-LOST (843-5678) or through their Cybertipline.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=W4EK5FMRT9TDG&source=url)
“There's so much passion for using AI in ways that are beneficial,” Anna Bethke, Head of AI4 Social Good at Intel's AI Products Group. And she wanted to make it easier for others to get involved. Bethke's team partners with companies and social justice organizations to give them access to Intel's knowledge of deep learning skills and techniques, making it easier for them to mine social media and other data to filter out the noise. One of her first partnerships is with National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Their mission is to find children who are being trafficked or in danger of being kidnapped and alert the local law enforcement so they can take action. They get hundreds of thousands of alerts a day from social media like Facebook and Twitter, which was completely unmanageable. There are three points of information NCMEC needs. First, identify and prioritize which posts represent the most danger to the child. Second, identify where the post is originating, which is often complicated by the use of multiple IP addresses and IP address obscuring. Once the location is found, the legal jurisdiction needs to be identified so the information can be sent to the proper authorities (e.g., police or sheriff department). But how do you find that information in the flood of data?
Retired agent Ken Lanning served in the FBI for more than 30 years. For twenty years his Bureau career, he was assigned to the Behavioral Science Unit (BSU) as a profiler specializing in the study of the sexual victimization of children. In this episode of FBI Retired Case File Review, Ken reviews the controversial topics of satanic ritual child abuse, recovered repressed memory, and the suggestibility of children. His work in this area and the ramifications of confirmation bias has divided and polarized many child advocates, the media, and the American public. His professional study of the criminal aspects of deviant sexual behavior included assignments to the Missing and Exploited Children’s Task Force from 1996 to 1998 and the National Center for the Analysis of Violent Crime from 1998 to 2000. He is a founding member of the Board of Directors of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) and a former member of the APSAC Advisory Board and the Advisory Board of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA). He has testified before the U.S. Attorney General’s Task Force on Family Violence, the President’s Task Force on Victims of Crime, and the U.S. Attorney General’s Commission on Pornography. He has also testified on seven occasions before the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives and many times as an expert witness in state and Federal court. Ken Lanning has consulted on thousands of cases involving deviant sexual behavior, the sexual victimization of children, missing and exploited children, and the use of computers and the Internet to facilitate the sexual exploitation of children. He has also been retained as an expert in numerous civil cases concerning alleged negligence by youth-serving organizations. Ken Lanning has published articles in the FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin and other professional journals. He has authored two monographs on child abuse that have been widely distributed by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Ken Lanning is the 2009 recipient of the Outstanding Service Award for Lifetime Achievements from the National Children's Advocacy Center. He has lectured before and trained tens of thousands of law enforcement officers, prosecutors, social workers, mental health and medical personnel, judges, and other professionals on the sexual victimization of children, child abuse and neglect, satanic ritual child abuse, and missing and exploited children. Mr. Lanning is currently a consultant in the area of crimes against children and the author of Love, Bombs, and Molesters: An FBI Agent's Journey, the story of his life leading up to his assignment to the BSU and his research involving the sexual victimization of children, satanic ritual child abuse, and confirmation bias. Join my Reader Team to get the FBI Reading Resource - Books about the FBI, written by FBI agents, the 20 clichés about the FBI Reality Checklist, and keep up to date on the FBI in books, TV, and movies via my monthly email. Join here. Jerri Williams, a retired FBI agent, author and podcaster, attempts to relive her glory days by writing crime fiction about greed and hosting FBI Retired Case File Review, a true crime/history podcast. Her novels—Pay To Play and Greedy Givers—inspired by actual true crime FBI cases, feature temptation, corruption, and redemption, and are available on Amazon.
On today’s episode, Gianluca, a loyal listener and good friend of mine, joins us to share his experiences in relationships. We cover the differences in gender roles and expectations found in gay relationships versus heterosexual ones and the topic of Human Sex Trafficking. Gianluca shares how he found interest and information on this topic and what we can do to be more aware of this major issue for our safeties. We then tie it right back to how his current, amazing relationship manifested with a partner who shared similar interests during this time of his thesis’ study. Below includes crucial information if you would like to help: 1. National Human Trafficking Hotline toll-free hotline: 1-888-373-7888: Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocates are available 24/7 to take reports of potential human trafficking. 2. Text the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 233733. 3. Chat the National Human Trafficking Hotline via www.humantraffickinghotline.org/chat 4. Submit a tip online through the anonymous online reporting form below. However, please note that if the situation is urgent or occurred within the last 24 hours we would encourage you to call, text or chat. Report missing children or child pornography to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) at 1-800-THE-LOST (843-5678) or through their Cybertipline. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wherethemagichappens/support
On today’s episode, Gianluca, a loyal listener and good friend of mine, joins us to share his experiences in relationships. We cover the differences in gender roles and expectations found in gay relationships versus heterosexual ones and the topic of Human Sex Trafficking. Gianluca shares how he found interest and information on this topic and what we can do to be more aware of this major issue for our safeties. We then tie it right back to how his current, amazing relationship manifested with a partner who shared similar interests during this time of his thesis’ study. Below includes crucial information if you would like to help: 1. National Human Trafficking Hotline toll-free hotline: 1-888-373-7888: Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocates are available 24/7 to take reports of potential human trafficking. 2. Text the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 233733. 3. Chat the National Human Trafficking Hotline via www.humantraffickinghotline.org/chat 4. Submit a tip online through the anonymous online reporting form below. However, please note that if the situation is urgent or occurred within the last 24 hours we would encourage you to call, text or chat. Report missing children or child pornography to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) at 1-800-THE-LOST (843-5678) or through their Cybertipline. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wherethemagichappens/support
Episode #003 – Protecting the Nation's Children w/ SA Joan Hoback - Welcome Special Agent Joan Hoback, Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge (ASAIC) of the Forensic Services Division (FSD) for the U.S. Secret Service. On this episode, we discuss our partnership with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). This initiative is the Childhood Smart Program, which heightens awareness regarding child safety issues. It focuses on delivering age-appropriate real world and Internet safety presentations to children in classrooms, camps, community events, and more. SA Joan Hoback talks with us about the partnership, educational resources, and the importance of outreach to schools and communities regarding the dangers children face online. In 1984, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which established in 1984, is a non-profit organization working with law enforcement, families, and the professionals who serve them on issues related to missing and exploited children. The U.S. Secret Service is authorized, at the request of any state or local law enforcement agency, or at the request of NCMEC to provide forensic and investigative assistance in support of any investigation involving missing or exploited children. For more information on training for the Childhood Smart Program, please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov or fsdncmec@usss.dhs.gov or www.missingkids.com. Special Thanks to SA Hoback for her time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and help. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor Starr Vazquez The United States Secret Service sponsors this episode. www.secretservice.gov Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: www.hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police Standing Post altered the music from the original soundrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast @ Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/
You can repel 16 stories from a building in Knoxville, safely and to benefit the Restoration House of Knoxville. It's the 4th year for raising money for the village that helps single mothers and their children get back on their feet. This year on August 25th, participants will take on a taller building than last year's 12 stories of brick and mortar. Daniel Watson, Executive Director shares more on this thrilling event, along with a single mom who graduated from the Restoration House program and is going Over the Edge for others! If you have kids, you have three chances to get a free ID kit for them. Shoney’s Restaurants KidCare Photo ID events will take place in August, in partnership with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The events provide FREE KidCare Photo IDs for children, which enable parents to have information readily available for authorities in the event their child is ever reported missing. The IDs include a color photograph; fingerprints; important information such as: height, weight, and date of birth; a medical profile; the “Seven Rules for Safety;” and a 24-hour NCMEC hotline number. The 2018 Shoney’s KidCare Photo ID event dates are 3 days only: • SATURDAY, August 4, 2018 at West Town Mall, 7600 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919 from 11:00am – 5:00pm. Inside, in front of JC Penney. • SUNDAY, August 5, 2018 at Foothills Mall, 197 Foothills Mall, Maryville, TN 37801 from 12:00pm – 6:00pm. In the Center Stage area. • WEDNESDAY, August 8, 2018 at Knoxville Expo Center, 5441 Clinton Highway, Knoxville, TN 37912 from 3:00-6:00pm at Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett’s Back to School Bash.
In this podcast, Tahia Marable from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) discusses child sexual abuse, online exploitation, and resources from NCMEC available to the public. Visit http://www.missingkids.com/home for more.
Dr. Mark Gianturco, Chief Technology Officer for the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), joins us live from the Intel AI Lounge at SXSW 2017. NCMEC serves as a national clearinghouse for data about missing and exploited children and has closed more than 220,000 missing children cases since 1984. Its CyberTipline has fielded more than 16 million tips about exploited children since 1998, with 15 million tips arriving in just the last four years. NCMEC has teamed with Intel and other industry partners to use technologies like artificial intelligence, deep learning, and enterprise data management to help more children more quickly. In this interview, Gianturco discusses NCMEC's work, how Intel is helping, what the future holds, and how you can support NCMEC's mission to help find missing children, reduce child sexual exploitation, and prevent child victimization. To learn more about NCMEC or support their work, please visit http://www.missingkids.com/.
Rachel Rodgers (@RachelRodgersEsq) is a business lawyer turned business coach, intellectual property strategist, and the creator of Small Business Bodyguard. In 2013, she created the Small Business Bodyguard: Cover Your Bases, Cover Your Assets, Cover Your Ass. This game-changing legal resource has been called “fun and engaging” by New York Times bestselling author Chris Brogan and a “graduate-level course on how to build a strong foundation for your business” by CEO of OurDeal, Kyle Durand. Rachel is known in the legal industry and beyond for being an innovator and master of productizing services and creating high-quality, high profit products. SBB and the other legal kits she has created have been transformative, generating half a million dollars in revenue in just two years and serving 1,700 small businesses around the country. And she achieved those results with almost no active marketing because she simply didn't have the time (she literally launched SBB with a newborn in her arms). When she's not taking care of clients, she enjoys baking in the kitchen (barefoot, with rosé in hand), lifting weights, juicing (the green kind, not the steroid kind), reading to her toddlers, being a “dance mom” to her girls and going on new adventures with her family (her favorite destination being the South of France, of course!). In this episode, we discussed: Critical first steps every business owner should take to prevent legal headaches. How to stop working "in your business" and start working "on it" to catapult your success. How to establish strategic partnerships and alliances with other entrepreneurs. Resources The Rodgers Collective Small Business Bodyguard Slack Helpscout Mastermind Dinners by Jason Gaignard The Alchemist by Paul Coehlo The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks NEWS Julia Love at Reuters reports that neither Donald Trump nor Hillary Clinton are pulling in Silicon Valley funding anywhere near what Mitt Romney and Barack Obama did in 2012. Trump has pulled in less than 6% of what Romney did and while Clinton has significantly outraised Trump in the Valley, she's raised less than half of what Obama did there. The full story is at Reuters.com. ---- Curt Woodward at the Boston Globe reports that, as financial firms and retail outlets have significantly tightened their fraud prevention tactics, criminals have now turned to hacking health care records. The health care records of 4.5 million people have been compromised this year, and while this is down from last year, the long term consequences are much more severe than those of financial data breaches. ---- Security software maker Check Point has uncovered a huge security flaw in Android phones known as Quadrooter. The breach affects as many as a billion phones, including high-end phones like the Samsung Galaxy 7 and HTC 10. Ina Fried at Recode has more. ---- Three House Democrats are calling for GOP leaders to investigate Donald Trump for encouraging Russia to hack into the 30,000 emails still missing from the private email server Hillary Clinton used when she served as Secretary of State. Congressmen Patrick Murphy from Florida, Andre Carson from Indiana and Eric Swalwell from California are all asking a House panel to investigate. Check out Haroun Demirjian's (DE-MEER-JOHN'S_ full coverage in the Washington Post. —— Privacy advocates are getting worried about customers exchanging their privacy for lower-priced internet services. David Lazarus at the LA Times points to Comcast and AT&T who offer customers lower prices in exchange for tracking their online behavior. Advocates are worried the model is creating a society of privacy haves and have-nots in which privacy will only be available to people willing to pay for it. ---- The federal 10th Circuit Court of Appeals in Denver ruled last week that entities that mimic government agencies must observe the Fourth Amendment warrant requirement for searches and seizures. The case involved a defendant who sent child pronography via his AOL account, which AOL then flagged and sent to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which it was required to do. A Department of Homeland Security special agent then obtained a tip through NCMEC's system and then a search warrant to search the suspect's home. The court found that NCMEC should never have opened the email without a warrant in the first place, since it was acting on the government's behalf. Cyrus Farivar has more full coverage at Ars Technica. --- A federal judge on the DC Circuit Court of Appeals issued a largely sealed ruling last week criticizing the FBI's new gag order rules. Gag orders demand secrecy from companies regarding data requests the FBI makes to investigate national security cases. The new gag order rules require the FBI to review either on the “close of an investigation” or on the “three year anniversary of an investigation”, whether a gag order is still necessary. So this means the FBI could, theoretically at least, at the close of every single investigation, deem the gag orders to still be necessary, and keep them in place indefinitely. But these are just criticisms. The judge did not order a revamping of the rules. Ellen Nakashima at the Washington Post has the story. ---- Finally, Greenberg Traurig—the international law firm— will be lobbying on behalf of the Pokemon Company International, which has come under scrutiny after the release of its widely popular Pokémon Go game. The game has caused concern among lawmakers regarding distracted driving and the potential for pedophiles to exploit the game to harm children. For example, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo banned sex offenders on parole from using Pokemon Go for fear they would put down lures to entice children to come to a particular location. Greenberg Traurig will work to counter that negative perception among federal lawmakers. Megan Wilson at the Hill has more.
Online predators are constantly evolving their tactics. As we increasingly rely on the Internet in our classrooms, it is critical that teachers be up to date on the latest risks and ways to protect students. Follow: @coolcatteacher @netsmartz @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Follow: @coolcatteacher @netsmartz @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Laurie Nathan is a child safety advocate dedicated to raising awareness of abduction prevention, child sexual exploitation, and Internet safety in communities nationwide. As Director of National Outreach at the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), Laurie partners with organizations on child safety issues and educates professionals at national and regional events, including the National Sheriffs’ Association Annual Conference, Internet Crimes Against Children National Conference, and YMCA of the USA EXPO. Laurie is an alumna of Emory University in Atlanta, GA where she graduated with highest honors in Psychology.
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