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
VICTORY! Meta and YouTube Lose High-Profile Social Media Addiction Trial
The high-profile 2026 Social Media Addiction trials have culminated in victory for the first bellwether plaintiff, Kaley.
BREAKING! Jury Finds Meta Liable for Child Harm and Sexual Exploitation
In a historic victory, a jury has found Meta liable in a New Mexico case that claims Meta failed to protect children from sexual exploitation. NCOSE provided a deposition testimony for this case and is thrilled with the outcome.
Woman Sex Trafficked in Legal Nevada Brothels Appeals Unjust Rulings in Lawsuit
Jane Doe was sex trafficked in legal Nevada brothels. Government actors enabled and profited from her abuse. Now, she’s fighting for justice.
Fighting Full Decriminalization of Prostitution in the U.S. and Beyond
Thanks to your support, NCOSE recently helped defeat a bill that sought to fully decriminalize prostitution in Colorado, including pimping, sex buying, and brothel running. This is the latest in an unbroken winning streak fighting these dangerous policies.
VICTORY! Meta and YouTube Lose High-Profile Social Media Addiction Trial
The high-profile 2026 Social Media Addiction trials have culminated in victory for the first bellwether plaintiff, Kaley.
BREAKING! Jury Finds Meta Liable for Child Harm and Sexual Exploitation
In a historic victory, a jury has found Meta liable in a New Mexico case that claims Meta failed to protect children from sexual exploitation. NCOSE provided a deposition testimony for this case and is thrilled with the outcome.
Woman Sex Trafficked in Legal Nevada Brothels Appeals Unjust Rulings in Lawsuit
Jane Doe was sex trafficked in legal Nevada brothels. Government actors enabled and profited from her abuse. Now, she’s fighting for justice.
Fighting Full Decriminalization of Prostitution in the U.S. and Beyond
Thanks to your support, NCOSE recently helped defeat a bill that sought to fully decriminalize prostitution in Colorado, including pimping, sex buying, and brothel running. This is the latest in an unbroken winning streak fighting these dangerous policies.
Press
Statements
Meta and YouTube Found Negligent for Social Media Addiction in Landmark Ruling
WASHINGTON, DC (March 25, 2026) – The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) commended the verdict in the trial against Meta and YouTube over claims that the plaintiff, as a
Meta Found Liable for Failing to Prevent Child Sexual Exploitation
WASHINGTON, DC (March 24, 2026) – The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) said that the verdict in a lawsuit (New Mexico v. Meta Platforms) against Meta, finding the social
2026 Dirty Dozen List of Mainstream Contributors to Sexual Exploitation to be Revealed on March 31
WHAT: The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) will reveal the 2026 Dirty Dozen List of mainstream contributors to sexual exploitation during an online briefing. “With the rapid rise of
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