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CSEC 101 FOR CASAs: Responding to the Sexual Exploitation & Trafficking of Youth

Thursday, January 22, 2026
12:00 pm1:30 pm
Zoom link to be sent at a later date.

In recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, this training provides CASAs with foundational knowledge to better understand and respond to the commercial sexual exploitation and trafficking of youth. Current or historic involvement with the child welfare system is one of the strongest risk factors for exploitation, making this topic especially relevant for CASA volunteers.
Attendees of CSEC 101 will:
• Develop an understanding of commercial sexual exploitation (CSE)
• Understand and identify the impacts of CSE on youth
• Gain skills and knowledge to identify and respond to CSE
• Reflect on personal beliefs and biases related to people involved in the sex trade
This training will be facilitated by Kelly Mangiaracina, JD, CSEC Policy & Program Manager. Ms. Mangiaracina began her work with the CSEC Program in 2013 while coordinating the King County Commercially Sexually Exploited Children Task Force. The Task Force includes representatives from more than 120 governmental, non-governmental, and community-based organizations. Ms. Mangiaracina regularly speaks on CSEC-related work at the local, statewide, national, and international levels.

Our Impact This Year

  • Children Served

    873

  • CASA Volunteers

    221

  • Volunteer Hours Estimated

    1,500

  • Additional Volunteers Needed

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