Global Advocacy & Policy Impact

Explore how Mission Kids’ External Affairs Department takes our mission to protect and heal child abuse victims to the global stage. From groundbreaking international research and expert presentations to shaping local, state, and national policies, we’re committed to creating lasting change. Dive into stories of advocacy, innovation, and collaboration as we work tirelessly to safeguard children and bring justice to survivors—at home and around the world.

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The rapid rise of AI technology has opened new doors—but also new dangers. Among the most alarming threats is the use of AI to create child sexual abuse material (CSAM), manipulating innocent images into exploitative content. As Mission Kids emphasizes, words matter—this is abuse, not “pornography.” With new legislation in place, the fight against AI-generated exploitation is urgent. Now is the time to act, educate, and protect. Learn more about this growing threat and how we can work together to safeguard children.
When Technology Abuses Confronting the Exploitation Crisis for Kids
Did you know that thousands of child abuse cases go unprosecuted globally due to systemic gaps? Learn how Child Advocacy Centers like us are stepping in to provide critical solutions—and why the need for global action has never been more urgent.
Child Advocacy Centers transforming global child abuse response
Pennsylvania made a historic change by replacing "child pornography" with "child sexual abuse material (CSAM)" in state law. Mission Kids CEO Abbie Newman, featured on KYW Newsradio, shares why this shift is vital for protecting children and validating survivors.
words matter
Learn how Mission Kids is transforming global child protection with the Collaborative Response Framework, a trauma-informed model unveiled at ISPCAN Congress 2024. Learn more about this groundbreaking effort and how to get involved.
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