Onechild Network & Support Inc.

Holistic approach to prevention education-as experts and longest serving ngo with 19+ years experience in combating the sexual exploitation of children (sec) we had remarkable victories and a high demand for 'empowervention' - our flagship prevention education program. We partnered with the toronto district school board (the largest in canada) with access received to all schools and york district halton and toronto catholic school boards and delivered signature presentations to 17 000+ grades 7-12 students and educators in 69 schools through a hybrid in-person and a virtual model. Raised awareness fostered empowerment and built crucial knowledge. Received overwhelmingly positive feedback and repeat presentation requests. Growth and testimonials reinforced success of delivery models gamified learning youth-led presentations and resulted in life-changing impact. Impact in knowledge and awareness - a high percentages of increased knowledge awareness and confidence levels to identify potential trafficking situations and significant growth in understanding were reported. Educators lauded the program. As the only organization empowering a movement of relatable youth to combat sec the engagement of relatable young presenters closer in age to the audience with similar language thoughts ideas and tone significantly increased the students focus and understanding. Over 90% appreciated the interactive elements such as real-world case studies and gamified activities. Each school represented a gateway to entire communities and amplified impact. Profound ripple effect - high demand leading to national expansion. Achieved our goal of shaping students into leaders and change makers. Many schools have now requested expansion of empowervention to grades 4-6 as well. Youth advisory squad (yas): amplifying youth leadership/ driving heart of empowervention. We increased the membership from 15 to 20. As passionate leaders - they contributed their voices perspectives and l