National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

Did you know? NCMEC’s Code Adam Program, launched in 1994, is now one of the nation’s largest child safety protocols, implemented in tens of thousands of establishments across the nation. Created in memory of 6-year-old Adam Walsh who was abducted from a Florida department store, this program provides critical guidance to employees on how to handle reports of missing children on the premises. Just look for the Code Adam sign in the stores where you shop! Are you a business owner? Help make your business a safer place for children and order your free Code Adam kit today. https://lnkd.in/eaYdBimz #40YearsofHope

This #WorldKindnessDay, empower your child to be an upstander, not a bystander! Open conversations about kindness, empathy, and standing up for what's right. https://lnkd.in/eGpq7qeg

NCMEC's Vice President of Content and Community Engagement, Stacy Garrett, recently spoke with WBRC 6 News about best practices to keep kids safe in online gaming. She highlighted the importance of educating kids on risks like sharing personal info, using privacy settings, and keeping open communication about gaming experiences. With these proactive steps, parents and caregivers can help create a safer online space for children. Check out all the helpful tips to keep kids safe while online gaming and ensure a secure, fun experience for them: https://lnkd.in/eJc-Qh6h

#40YearsOfHope Did you know? In 1998, NCMEC held the first-ever training of Team HOPE volunteers with about two dozen parents of missing and exploited children. NCMEC’s Team HOPE is a group of peer support volunteers who have lived experience with missing and exploited children issues. They provide emotional support and access to coping tools and resources to families who need them. In the past 25 years, Team HOPE has trained more than 500 volunteers. Learn more: https://ncmec.org/teamhope

Adam Walsh’s tragic abduction and murder in 1981 led to the creation of NCMEC in 1984. Programs inspired by Adam continue to safeguard and protect children today. Read how his legacy continues to make an impact: https://lnkd.in/eVnPUPAc #40YearsOfHope

NCMEC was proud to attend and participate in Safe Online's Safe Digital Futures for Children event in Bogotá, Colombia "As technology evolves, so must our efforts to protect them" - Marija Manojlovic Serena Tommasino, Brandon Kaopuiki

As part of my work, I'm involved with #NCMEC's Tribal and Indigenous Outreach Program, and we're looking for a new #Native & #Indiginous/Tribal Fellow to join us for a year-long, part-time, remote position. If you know someone who might be interested, or if you'd like to apply yourself, please take a look at the details here:

195 children FOUND SAFE thanks to the ADAM Program! Sign up for MissingChild alerts in your community and help bring more kids home: adamprogram.com

Do You Know Me? On December 10, 1989, my body was found inside a residence located at 4522 Reiger, Apartment B in Dallas, Texas. I had black hair (8 inches in length) with sideburns and a moustache. I had a one inch healed scar on the front of both thighs and two tattoos: one of a circle in the web of left index finger/thumb area and one of a rose on the back of my left shoulder. I was wearing a string necklace, which is featured in my facial reconstruction. Someone must know me. It has been many years, but I still have friends and family out there wondering what happened. Please contact the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST with any information that might help get me my name back. Additional information can be found at my here: https://lnkd.in/eBx6hZNa

Happy Halloween from your friends at NCMEC!   Before your kids head out for a night of spooky fun and endless treats this #Halloween, don’t forget to check out our spook-tacular safety tips: https://lnkd.in/ef_SJcyR