Cyberbullying, Sextortion, and Online Exploitation are evolving—and it's targeting our youth. Reports of sextortion have skyrocketed nearly 400% since 2018, according to the U.S. National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Additionally, Safer Schools Together has identified an increase in bullying and cyberbullying behaviors. The results of the real-time work of SST’s Threat Analysts underline the urgent need for awareness, education, and protective strategies.
 
This free webinar will explore the complex realities of cyberbullying, sextortion, and online exploitation. We will dive into the evolving tactics of digital predators, how to recognize warning signs of cyberbullying and bullying behaviors, and what safety/threat assessment teams and communities can do to help.
 
Topics we’ll cover include:

• What is sextortion? How it works and who is being targeted
• Common online platforms and the evolving tactics of digital predators
• The role of grooming and manipulation in digital spaces—and how trust is often exploited
• Recognizing warning signs in youth experiencing bullying and cyberbullying behaviors
• Practical tools for protecting digital identity and preventing harm
• Current tools for identifying AI-generated sexual content and protecting against privacy violations

• Gain a clear understanding of cyberbullying, sextortion, and digital exploitation tactics
• Identify worrisome online patterns and the psychological impact on youth
• Learn actionable steps to support victims and prevent further harm
• Explore the implications of AI in sexual exploitation and how to respond