Children's Advocacy Center of Suffolk County

"Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, local, state, federal, and community partners are working together to strengthen Massachusetts’ response to human trafficking before, during, and after the tournament." -MA Executive Office of Public Safety and Security

As MA will be hosting several World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium and countless large-scale viewing parties across the state, our CAC's Support to End Exploitation Now (SEEN) team has been working tirelessly to prepare for a potential increase in commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC). MA expects to see large crowds, an added burden on law enforcement partners, and increased anonymity for buyers and traffickers - and ultimately a higher demand for CSEC.

Our CAC is proud to be part of the well-established CSEC Multidisciplinary Response system that exists across MA, rooted in the state's 12 CACs, and to have contributed to the development of this infrastructure, as well as the trauma-informed response to child victims, over the past 20 years. The most vulnerable among us - children and youth - face some of the highest risks.

SEEN's World Cup preparations include collaborating with the MA Executive Office of Public Safety and Security's multi-agency working group to plan for a child-centered response, and to support frontline training, youth engagement, and public awareness.

To learn more about the Human Trafficking Working Group's initiatives to strengthen readiness for the 2026 World Cup, visit bit.ly/worldcup6426. To learn more about CSEC red flags and SEEN's 24/7 response to child sexual exploitation, visit bit.ly/seenmdt.

Governor Maura Healey
Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

This , we honor Adriana, a survivor who shared her journey alongside other brave women at the 2026 MACA Annual Conference.

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Suffolk County District Attorney's Office

Today officially concludes our 2026 Boston Marathon season and this year’s team joined the B.A.A. in making history!

With 10 marathoners — our largest team to date — Team Suffolk CAC raised more than $120,000 in support of children and families impacted by abuse, exploitation, and trauma. This marks the most successful marathon fundraising year in our organization’s history. Our runners were motivated, energized, and made this a season to remember!

We are incredibly grateful to our runners, donors, volunteers, and partners (Boston Athletic Association, Bank of America, BXP Inc.) who helped make this achievement possible.

The Boston Athletic Association also announced a record-breaking year for marathon fundraising overall. Read more in the attached press release!

Inspired and want to learn more about our 2027 team? Email Jacey ([email protected]) to join our Boston Marathon mailing list!

🎉Please join us in celebrating Sam's 4th year with the !

Sam Heller, MPH, is our Data Analyst who is charged with meticulously collecting and critically analyzing data to ensure quality and improvement of our programs! For the past 4 years, Sam has been enhancing and developing new ways to execute data collection, enabling us to continuously assess the efficacy of our services for youth and families, as well as explore areas for growth. Their work is a key pillar of each of our programs, and we are so grateful!

Learn more about our team at bit.ly/suffolkstaff

"Through every exam, every reassurance, every listening ear, and every child who leaves feeling safer than when they arrived, Latimore continues to show what it means to pair clinical expertise with compassion. Her work is not only about responding to trauma. It is about helping children and families believe in healing, in dignity, and in the possibility of moving forward." - Massachusetts Children's Alliance

We are so proud to share that our Pedi-SANE, Dr. Adine Latimore, was featured in MACA's 2026 Annual Report! Read the full profile at bit.ly/macaprofile and learn more about Adine's work at bit.ly/cacpedisane 🔗

Sign up at bit.ly/sbt527 for our next FREE "Stop, Block, Talk: Empowering Youth to Stay Safe Online" webinar for adults on May 27 at 5:30pm!

This webinar will discuss:
📱 Popular apps, games, and websites, and how you can help youth navigate them safely
💬 Having healthy conversations with youth about internet safety
⚖️ Laws about n**e image sharing and exploitation prevention
💻 And more!

Registration is required - sign up now at bit.ly/sbt527 and join us on Wednesday, May 27 at 5:30-7:00pm! *Spanish interpretation will be provided*
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Regístrese en bit.ly/sbt527 para nuestros seminario virtual gratuito para los adultos: "Para. Bloquea. Habla. Empoderar a jóvenes para que se mantengan seguros en línea."

Acompáñenos el miércoles, 27 de mayo, y aprenderá
📱 los riesgos y recompensas de aplicaciones, sitios web y juegos más populares
💬 estrategias para mantener a los jóvenes seguros en línea
⚖️ cómo hablar con los jóvenes sobre el sexting, la difusión de imágenes sin consentimiento, la explotación en línea, y otros temas

¡Es necesario inscribirse para unirse a nosotros el 27 de mayo de 5:30 a 7:00 P.M.! 🔗bit.ly/sbt527

Suffolk County District Attorney's Office