Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of issues does the Parent Center AI Tool provide assistance with?
The Parent Center AI Tool specifically provides guidance on issues related to child online safety. Although the National Center on Sexual Exploitation covers all issues related to sexual exploitation, the Parent Center is specifically focused on protecting children online. This is the only focus of our tool.
I’m apprehensive. Mainstream AI chatbots have caused harm to children. How is this AI chatbot different from mainstream AI chatbots?
The Parent Center AI Tool has been specially curated for parents and caregivers. It derives its responses from a database consisting only of resources from NCOSE and our trusted partner organizations, all of whom have consented to have their content surface in this tool. This prevents the tool from answering questions that are outside its scope of expertise. It has also been thoroughly tested by parents, caregivers, teachers, subject matter experts, and cybersecurity experts.
Should I go to the Parent Center AI Tool in an emergency?
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911. The Parent Center AI tool is not a replacement for any type of doctor, law enforcement agent, crisis intervention expert, or any other subject matter expert. If you try to go to the Parent Center AI Tool in the event of a life-threatening emergency (i.e. your child is experiencing suicidal thoughts), it will give you resources to crisis intervention organizations that have experts who can help.
The tool can, however, provide assistance in non-emergencies. For example, if your child has been exposed to pornography or exploited online, the tool can provide advice for how to discuss it with them and give references to additional resources. It is always best to consult law enforcement, therapists, and law enforcement following an incident if a crime has been committed.
Does the Parent Center AI Tool track my data and if so, what does the Parent Center do with my data?
Your privacy is important to us. It is National Center on Sexual Exploitation’s policy to respect your privacy regarding any information we may collect from you on this website and any other websites we own and operate.
At this time, our chat tool is available to use without any login or personally identifiable information required.
Is the Parent Center AI Tool available as a mobile app?
As of right now, no. The Parent Center is built to be mobile and desktop friendly, so you can access it from any browser on any device.
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What is the Parent Center?
The National Center on Sexual Exploitation is proud to introduce the Parent Center — a platform dedicated to empowering parents to protect their children, take action, and be a voice for change in the fight against online sexual exploitation.
Here, you’ll find tools and resources to:
- Advocate for safer communities at the state and federal level
- Engage with other parents through local events and initiatives
- Support meaningful change in your home and beyond
How can I get involved?
To get the latest news and updates in the efforts to keep kids safe online, sign up for our newsletter using the form below.
Consider joining the 7 Minute Club, where you will get regular opportunities to take actions and make a difference in the movement to influence lawmakers, hold corporations accountable, and protect children everywhere.
To directly support the Parent Center, you can learn more here:
Human Trafficking
National Human Trafficking Hotline
Phone: 1-888-373-7888
Text: 233733 (text “HELP” or “INFO”)
Website: https://humantraffickinghotline.org
Cybercrime / Child Exploitation
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (CyberTipline)
Phone: 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678)
Website: https://report.cybertip.org
Domestic Violence
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Phone: 1-800-799-7233
Text: START to 88788
Website: https://www.thehotline.org
Sexual Assault
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
Phone: 800-656-4673
Text: HOPE to 64673
Website: https://www.rainn.org
Suicide and Crisis
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Phone/Text: 988
Website: https://988lifeline.org
Substance Abuse
SAMHSA National Helpline
Phone: 1-800-662-4357
Website: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Eating Disorders
National Eating Disorders Association
Phone: 1-800-931-2237
Website: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org
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