Fostercare Training - Understanding Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Foster Youth: The Impact of Stages of Exploitation in Work with Foster Youth

course »Understanding Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Foster Youth: The Impact of Stages of Exploitation in Work with Foster Youth

Date: 12/31/2024, 9:00 am—11:00 am

County: Alameda County

Location: -DISTANCE LEARNING

Sponsor: WestCoast Children’s Clinic

Phone: 510-269-9030

These trainings provide an overview of commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC) in foster care with an emphasis on the impact of trauma. Common challenges experienced by those that work with CSEC will be reviewed along with suggestions for an effective engagement and service approach. Information related to appropriately advocating for CSEC within the various systems will be discussed. The trainings are designed to be sequential and build upon each other. Facilitated discussion, didactic material, and experiential exercises will be used to discuss the themes and address class objectives.