Parental Awareness

“Behind The Screen”

 “This event is not about fear. This is about awareness, protection,
and empowering families before damage is done.”

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Guarding The Next Generation

Children today are growing up in a digital world that is moving faster than most parents can keep up with—and the risks are real. Every day, millions of children are online, often for hours at a time, where exposure to sexual predators, human trafficking networks, extremist recruitment, cyberbullying, and explicit content is becoming increasingly common. Law enforcement agencies and child safety experts continue to warn that online platforms, including gaming and social media apps, are now some of the most accessible gateways for those seeking to exploit young people.

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Statistics

  • General Online Grooming & Contact

    Over 36 million reports of suspected child sexual exploitation were submitted to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children’s CyberTipline, a common precursor to grooming and abuse.

  • General Online Grooming & Contact

    About 1 in 5 children has been sexually solicited online. Only 15–20% of groomed children report the experience to parents or authorities, meaning most incidents go unreported.

  • Gaming Platforms as a Grooming Environment

    About 35–37% of children approached by strangers online were first contacted via gaming platforms such as Roblox or Fortnite

  • Gaming Platforms as a Grooming Environment

    In some research, gaming platforms were the initial contact point for over half of male grooming victims.

  • Predator Behavior & Grooming Tactics

    70%of predators use fake profiles to lure children by pretending to be peers.


  • Predator Behavior & Grooming Tactics

    90% of predators use flattery and compliments as grooming techniques.
    Grooming interactions often occur over months before abuse is attempted.

  • Child Vulnerability & Exposure

    Children who spend 3+ hours online daily are 2.5 times more likely to encounter a predator. Girls are more frequently targeted, and children with certain vulnerabilities (eg, less supervision) are at higher risk.

  • Real-World Cases & Gaming Platforms

    There have been multiple arrests of people who used gaming platforms like Roblox to groom children, and some resulted in true crime cases (including kidnapping) when victims were coerced offline.

FAQs

Who is this event for?

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This event is for parents, guardians, and families with children of all ages—especially those navigating social media, gaming, and online communication. It’s also valuable for educators, church leaders, and anyone who works with or mentors young people.

Will this event be fear-based?

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No. While we address real and serious issues, the goal is not to create fear—it’s to bring awareness, confidence, and hope. You’ll leave with practical tools and a clearer understanding of how to protect your family.

Is my child already at risk?

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If your child has access to the internet, they are exposed to some level of risk. This doesn’t mean something bad has happened—it simply means awareness and proactive conversations are important. This event helps parents recognize risks early and respond wisely.

How do online predators actually reach kids?

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Many predators don’t appear dangerous at first. They often use fake profiles, pose as someone the same age, or build trust slowly through conversations in games, apps, or social media. This event will break down these tactics in a clear and understandable way so parents know what to look for.

Will there be resources or help after the event?

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Yes. Families will have access to continued support through our online community, shared resources, and ongoing conversations beyond the event.