Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of
Children (OSAEC) and Child Sexual Abuse or
Exploitation Materials (CSAEM) for Youth
• The rise of the digital age has brought
significant challenges, particularly
concerning the safety and well-being of
children online. Online Sexual Abuse and
Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) is a grave
issue involving the use of digital and
analog communication technologies to
exploit and sexually abuse children. This
phenomenon includes various forms of
misconduct, such as the creation and
distribution of Child Sexual Abuse and
Exploitation Materials (CSAEM), online
grooming, sexual extortion, and the live-
streaming of abuse. The vast and often
anonymous nature of the internet
exacerbates these dangers, underscoring
the importance of understanding the
lasting impacts of online sharing and the
need for privacy.
• It is crucial to recognize that OSAEC is a form of human
trafficking, as defined by LAWS, SUCH AS the Anti-Trafficking
in Persons Act, AS AMENDED. It aims to strengthen
protections for children against online abuse and
exploitation. Educating children about their private spaces
and the permanence of online activities is imperative.
• According to the Philippine National Police Women and
Children Protection Center (PNP-WCPC) in 2023.
• 27% Decrease in Victims: The number of children-VICTIMS
OF online sexual abuse and exploitation (OSAEC) in 2023 was
119, down from 163 in 2022, representing a 26.99%
decrease.
• Increased Operations: The Philippine National Police Women and Children Protection
Center (PNP-WCPC) conducted 54 law enforcement operations in 2023, up from 48 in 2022.
• Arrests and Legal Actions: In 2023, the WCPC arrested 18 suspects, filed 32 criminal
complaints, and secured three convictions. In 2022, the WCPC arrested 42 suspects,
referred 36 criminal cases, and had one conviction.In 2022, the WCPC arrested 42 suspects,
referred 36 criminal cases, and had one conviction.
• COVID-19 Impact: The number of OSAEC cases likely spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic
due to increased online activity.
• Ongoing Decrease: The decline in cases is attributed to interventions by the WCPC and
other government agencies.
• Awareness Campaign: WCPC director Brig. Gen. Portia Manalad emphasizes the need to
educate parents against allowing their children to be exploited online for money.
• Parental Vigilance: Parents are urged to be vigilant against sexual predators using social
media platforms like Facebook and Telegram.
• Platform Responsibility: Social media companies are encouraged to take proactive
measures to protect children from online sexual abuse by limiting their access.
•Define the meaning of
Online Sexual Abuse
and Exploitation of
Children (OSAEC) and
Child Sexual Abuse and
Exploitation Materials
(CSAEM); and
•Understand OSAEC
when it is happening
• Increase Awareness of Online Privacy:
Children will develop caution about online
sharing, recognizing that anything posted
can become public and permanent,
potentially misused for monetary gain
and/or malicious purposes.
• Define Boundaries and Consent: Children
will learn that their bodies are private,
understand the concept of consent, and feel
empowered to reject inappropriate
requests, seeking help if needed.
• Recognize and Report Exploitation: Children
will be vigilant about signs of exploitation,
such as online grooming and sexual
extortion, and will report suspicious
behavior to a trusted adult.
• How do you feel after watching the
video?
• Do you have an idea what type of
OSAEC is shown in the video?
• Children, do you know if your parents or
guardians are aware of who you are
talking to online?
• Do you have personal realizations about
the video? What new info/learning have
you gained after watching the video?
• If you know someone who is in the
same situation with the victim what
would you do to help?
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SEXY DANCING
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MOUNTAINS
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•How do you feel
about the activity?
•What do you post
online? What kind
of photos or
videos?
OSAEC DEFINATION
Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) refers to the use of digital
or analog communication and information and communication technology (ICT) to
sexually abuse and exploit children. This includes, but is not limited to, the
production, dissemination, and possession of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Materials (CSAEM); online grooming for sexual purposes; sexual extortion; sharing
image-based sexual abuse; commercial sexual exploitation; exploitation through
online prostitution; and live-streaming of sexual abuse, with or without the victim’s
consent.
For easy recall take note of the following:
Online: Refers to activities on social networking sites or
streaming sites.
Sexual: Involves inappropriate and non-consensual sexual
content or activities.
Abuse: refers to acts of maltreatment in any form whether
habitual or not (paraphrased from R.A. No. 7610).
Exploitation: Involves coercion, threats, or manipulation to
perform sexual activities in exchange for monetary or
material rewards.
Children: (a) Individuals below 18 years old, or (b) those 18
AND ABOVE but unable to protect themselves due to physical
or mental disabilities or conditions.
Laws related to OSAEC
• Republic Act No. 7610 (R.A. 7610): Special
Protection of Children Against Abuse,
Exploitation, and Discrimination Act
• Enacted in 1992, R.A. 7610 provides
comprehensive protection to children against
various forms of abuse, neglect, cruelty,
exploitation, and discrimination. It establishes
legal measures to prevent child abuse and
offers protection and assistance to victims. The
act provides a broad framework for protecting
children from all forms of abuse and
exploitation, including those that may occur
online. Its provisions against child sexual
exploitation are applicable to online scenarios,
establishing a foundation for child protection in
digital spaces.
• Republic Act No. 11930 (R.A. 11930): Anti-Online
Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children (OSAEC)
and Anti-Child Sexual Abuse or Exploitation
Materials (CSAEM) Act.
• Enacted in 2022, R.A. 11930 specifically addresses
the online sexual abuse and exploitation of children.
It focuses on preventing, investigating, and
prosecuting OSAEC cases, while providing
protection and support to victims and promoting
cooperation among various stakeholders. This act
directly targets online sexual abuse and
exploitation, offering a detailed legal framework
tailored to address the unique challenges of OSAEC.
It criminalizes specific online offenses such as the
production and distribution of child sexual abuse
material, online grooming, and live streaming of
abuse. It also mandates cooperation from internet
service providers in preventing and reporting OSAEC
incidents.
• Republic Act 10173 - Data Privacy Act of 2012 An act protecting
individual personal information in information and communications
systems in the government and the private sector, creating for this
purpose a national privacy commission, and for other purposes
• Section 10 outlines penalties for violations under this Act:
• Violations of Section 4, paragraphs (a) to (j) result in life
imprisonment and a fine of at least Two million pesos
(P2,000,000.00).
• Violations of Section 4, paragraphs (k) and (l) lead to reclusion
temporal to reclusion perpetua and a fine of One million to Two
million pesos (P1,000,000.00 to P2,000,000.00).
• Violations of Section 4, paragraphs (m) to (t) incur varying prison
terms and fines depending on the severity of the offense.
• Offenders may be ineligible for parole, and frustrated or attempted
commission of prohibited acts carries reduced penalties.
• Violations of Section 9 result in prision mayor and escalating fines
for repeated offenses, with possible closure of establishments.
• Abuse of authority under Sections 9 and 23 leads to prision mayor,
perpetual disqualification from public office, and fines, with
forfeiture of government benefits.
•
• OSAEC is INITIALLY based on the Anti-Trafficking in
Persons Act (RA 9208, as amended by RA 10364) and
Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons. Act of 2022 (R.A.
11862)
• The recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring,
adoption, or receipt of a child for the purpose of
exploitation, or when the adoption is included by any
form of consideration for exploitative purposes, AS WELL
AS THE ONLINE SEXUAL EXPLOITATION OF A CHILD shall
also be considered as “trafficking in persons”.
OSAEC VS HUMAN
TRAFFICKING
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• A girl is asked
by a stranger
to go with
him and not
let her
parents know.
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• A man starts to
chat with a boy
online and asks
the child to turn
on the camera
and remove his
shirt.
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• A girl gets lost.
A stranger
approaches her
and leads her to
the police to
help her find
her way home.
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• A friend of a
boy’s dad gives
him money
and asks him
to lie down
with him on
the bed
Key learning points
• Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) involves using digital or
analog communication technologies to sexually abuse and exploit children
through activities like producing, sharing, or possessing CSAEM, online grooming,
sexual extortion, and live-streaming of sexual abuse.
• Republic Act No. 7610: Enacted in 1992, this law provides comprehensive
protection against all forms of child abuse and exploitation, including online
scenarios.
• Republic Act No. 11930: Enacted in 2022, this law specifically addresses OSAEC,
focusing on prevention, investigation, prosecution, and victim support. It
criminalizes specific online offenses and mandates cooperation from internet
service providers to combat OSAEC.
What did you
understand or
learn about
OSAEC?
