Why We Exist
The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) exists to build a world where people can live and love without sexual abuse and exploitation.
What We Do
Defend Human Dignity
We believe every human being deserves the opportunity to live life to its fullest potential
Oppose Sexual Exploitation
We mobilize legal, corporate, and legislative action to build a world free from sexual abuse and exploitation
Expose the Connections
We strike deep at the roots of the systems which support and sustain sexual abuse and exploitation
How We Work
Because forms of sexual harms overlap, reinforce, and fuel one another, our strategy is designed to combat sexual abuse and exploitation with a multi-faceted and interdisciplinary approach
How You Can Help
You can support dignity today, through an online gift, taking action, or joining our email list.
Our Victories
Standing up against the darkness of sexual abuse and exploitation can feel daunting, but victory is possible in these spaces thanks to passionate allies and advocates like you. These victories represent the building blocks of a world where all people are able to live and love without sexual abuse and exploitation.
The Issues
Sexual abuse and exploitation of all kinds are pernicious, interconnected problems that harm people from all walks of life—especially the vulnerable and marginalized in our societies. These connections must be exposed and addressed, and that work begins with these issues.
Articles
Lawsuit Against Discord Underscores Why They’re on the Dirty Dozen List
Discord is on the Dirty Dozen List for the 5th time. Now, NCOSE has filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit against Discord.
Steam Improves Parental Controls but Still Hosts Rape Games
Since being named to the Dirty Dozen List, Steam has made a few significant changes to make their platform safer, but it still lacks age verification and hosts games that glorify sexual violence.
I Stayed Silent About my Rape for Decades. Now, I’m Telling My Story.
I was raped by my friend and never reported him. Decades later, I’m telling my story to help people understand survivors’ experiences better.
Victory! NCOSE Wins Appeal Reversing Decision on Ruling that Silenced Survivor
A shocking court ruling forced a sex trafficking survivor to disclose her identity to the public, or else have her lawsuit dismissed. Now, that ruling has been overturned!
Lawsuit Against Discord Underscores Why They’re on the Dirty Dozen List
Discord is on the Dirty Dozen List for the 5th time. Now, NCOSE has filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit against Discord.
Steam Improves Parental Controls but Still Hosts Rape Games
Since being named to the Dirty Dozen List, Steam has made a few significant changes to make their platform safer, but it still lacks age verification and hosts games that glorify sexual violence.
I Stayed Silent About my Rape for Decades. Now, I’m Telling My Story.
I was raped by my friend and never reported him. Decades later, I’m telling my story to help people understand survivors’ experiences better.
Victory! NCOSE Wins Appeal Reversing Decision on Ruling that Silenced Survivor
A shocking court ruling forced a sex trafficking survivor to disclose her identity to the public, or else have her lawsuit dismissed. Now, that ruling has been overturned!
Press
Statements
NCOSE Announces Richie Hamm as President
WASHINGTON, DC (October 29, 2026) – The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) has welcomed Richie Hamm as President. “Sexual exploitation demands a strong response, innovative solutions, and courageous leaders.
NCOSE Joins 100 Advocates to Urge Congress to Pass STOP CSAM Act
WASHINGTON, DC (October 28, 2026) – The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) joined more than 100 child advocacy organizations in urging Senate and House leadership to ensure the STOP
Sex Trafficking Claims Move Forward Against OnlyFans in Survivor Lawsuit
WASHINGTON, DC (October 15, 2026) – The National Center on Sexual Exploitation Law Center’s lawsuit filed by two sex trafficking survivors against OnlyFans was allowed to proceed on sex trafficking
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