02/25/2026
The scars of human trafficking aren’t always visible. Survivors face trauma, anxiety, depression, and struggles with self-worth long after escaping.
Awareness is the first step to healing. Let’s learn, support, and stand with those affected.
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01/26/2026
When institutions protect reputation over people, abuse can continue for decades. This example shows us that institutional abuse still prevails and these institutions have a greater responsibility to ensure the safety and wellbeing of people.
01/02/2026
New year, same reality: human trafficking still occurs at high rates globally. Awareness, education, and prevention remain urgent as ever.
12/10/2025
Remember - you are not alone. If you are facing trafficking, violence, or any form of exploitation, here are resources that can keep you safe. 💜
12/09/2025
Today, we had the honour of our Founder and CEO, Tiana Sharifi, presenting to the House of Commons Standing Committee on the impacts of influencer culture and social media on child and youth exploitation.
We are grateful to the committee members for prioritizing child safety. Proud to represent the Center for Exploitation Education and the thousands of students we serve each year.
Stay tuned for a clip!
11/19/2025
Media often promotes unhealthy and toxic dynamics and packages its love. Can you spot the problem with these popular forms of media?
10/30/2025
Exploitation doesn’t always start with violence - it often starts in conversation. Words that seem caring can hide control, guilt, and manipulation. Can you spot the red flags in these messages? 🚩
10/04/2025
Roblox - and many other gaming platforms - may look like just a game, but for many children it has become a dangerous entry point for exploitation.
Recent lawsuits, including the tragic case of 12-year-old Ethan Dallas, show how easily online interactions can br manipulated into real-world harm.
At the Center of Exploitation Education and The Sunflower Project, we believe that children should be free to play without fear of exploitation, and this requires awareness, accountability, and action.
Swipe through to learn about how grooming happens and what we can do to protect children in digital spaces.
09/17/2025
Through education, awareness, and prevention, we are building safer communities — one classroom, one family, one voice at a time.
If you believe in this work, please support us with a donation. Together, we can protect children and create a safer world 💜.
09/08/2025
Since 2019, we’ve been educating thousands of children and youth using our unique prevention approach. Every year, we created new curriculum and presentations to address the root causes of all forms sexual exploitation and human trafficking.
Thank you to the police detachments and school districts for calling on our expertise. Thank you to the BC Ministry of Education and the ERASE program for your support. Thank you to the 150,000+ individuals who’ve interacted our programs and curriculum!