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COMMERCIAL SEXUAL EXPLOITATION OF CHILDREN
Acronym you should know: C.S.E.C
C.S.E.C is the sexual abuse of a minor for economic gain. The majority of child victims come from environments of extreme instability, and most have suffered sexual abuse prior to their commercial exploitation. Homeless and street youth, or those facing food and shelter insecurities are also easy targets.
Traffickers can be strangers or acquaintances, family members or friends.