

The Battle We Face
The rise of the internet and social media has ushered in a new and insidious form of child abuse: the online sexual exploitation of children (OSEC). Apps used by most of us to share special experiences and valuable information are leveraged by traffickers to orchestrate live shows of abuse and sexual acts involving children.
While cases of OSEC have been reported throughout the world, experts consider the Philippines to be the epicenter, where nearly half a million children were victims of OSEC in 2022. That’s one in every 100 girls and boys.
Join Us in the Fight
IJM works with survivors, local partners, governments and tech companies in the fight to end OSEC. Together, we are setting a global standard of excellence in combatting this complex crime.
But we’re a long way from the finish line where all children are safe and free. We must urgently join forces to demand better identification and prevention of online child abuse, especially livestreamed abuse.
Join us in this #fighttothefinish. Listen to the voices of survivors and raise your own voice in support.
Hear Ruby's Story: "Finding Ruby" Podcast
Ruby* was just 16 when she was lured into OSEC by the offer of a legitimate job. Follow her journey through the hell of online sex trafficking and out again to the light of justice, healing and restoration through this immersive, award-winning six-part series.
*Name changed to protect identity
Listen to Episode 1 here:
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Learn about the magnitude of OSEC in the Philippines and how IJM is addressing this challenge to bring freedom and dignity to all children.

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Attorney Sam Inocencio, National Director, IJM Philippines, awarded highest honor by the US State Department for anti-trafficking leadership.
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