Empowering and Protecting Every Child's Right to a Safe Online Experience, Unrestricted by Economic Boundaries
The Protect Us Kids Foundation (PUK) is dedicated to protecting youth from online exploitation. We do this by raising awareness, educating communities, supporting responsible technology practices, and collaborating globally to strengthen digital safety for children.
Services
Advocacy
- Policy Engagement
- Research & Insights
- Community Collaboration
Technology
- Sustainable Systems
- Secure Digital Solutions
Our Impact In Numbers
8
Countries in which we offer PUK programs to children
192
Volunteers worldwide with PUK training
7
Total number of PUK programs our organization has initiated
Did You Know?
The International Labor Office estimates that each year, human trafficking generates $150 billion in illicit profits with 1 in 4 victims of modern slavery are children (2014-2023).
126
Cyber education awareness programs completed to date
160
Youth who have taken part in the Youth Life cohorts have been profoundly impacted
What We Do
Human Trafficking Prevention
Our dedication lies in eradicating online child sexual exploitation through focused research and advocacy, while our We-Rise Portal stands as a source of encouragement for young people, providing a safe and interactive online space that nurtures their expressive and creative development.
Academic Outreach, Training & Development
We foster digital resilience and advance research through partnerships with academic institutions, equipping youth in rural communities and regions with limited access to resources with essential cybersecurity knowledge. We provide vital internet safety training through accessible materials distributed in community centers, schools, and support networks.
Health Affairs
We extend specialized emotional and psychological support services to children within rural and historically overlooked areas, ensuring their well-being, while also fortifying those in child protection services with tailored training and wellness programs as well.
Youth Life Program
We aim to empower young people in communities with diverse needs and across the globe by teaching them how to engage in safe, meaningful, and healthy online interactions. Through a combination of peer-to-peer support and open communication, the program helps youth develop self-awareness and strengthen their online relationships. Our goal is to foster trust, encourage ethical and positive cross-cultural engagement, and inspire an appreciation for the diverse perspectives they encounter online.
Partners & Sponsorships
We partner with national and international entities to obtain funding, sustain resources and tools, and further collaboration and research, to expand our global outreach to the most vulnerable children.
Our Partners
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Help Make A Difference!
“First, the organization sticks to its mission to raise awareness of cybersex trafficking among minors from underprivileged and rural areas. The organization also provides the best working environment to interact with all volunteers and learn something new. I have never even once regretted being part of the organization as a volunteer, and therefore would recommend it to anybody who shares their vision and mission to join PUK.”
- Volunteer Michael K. from KE (February 2023)
