"DHS Launches Campaign to Combat Online Child Sexual Exploitation"

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas announces the launch of the first national public awareness campaign, Know2Protect, to combat the alarming increase in online sexual exploitation and abuse of children. The initiative aims to educate and mobilize young people, parents, educators, and community leaders to recognize the signs of this crime, prevent harm, and support survivors. Partnering with government, private sector, and nonprofit organizations, the campaign will focus on multiple fronts, including awareness campaigns, education programs, and collaboration with technology and gaming companies to create safer online environments for children. The initiative also addresses the global nature of the issue and the use of artificial intelligence and financial sextortion in child exploitation.