OJJDP FY 2022 Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force National Training ProgramCategory 2: Specialized Training on Digital Evidence Forensics, Tools, and Technology

Child exploitation in any of its forms is a national threat to our youth, families, communities and nation as a whole. The online trafficking of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) is a serious widespread problem as offenders produce and distribute untraceable, sharable, CSAM in encrypted files on the open internet and the Darknet anywhere in the world. These offenders can be effectively investigated when law enforcement is trained to understand the operation of these networks, the correct use of tools, and how to apply appropriate investigative procedures. With new digital evidence forensic tools, workflow surrounding the forensic analysis of millions of images and video files will be increased allowing investigators to focus on discovering, identifying, and rescuing child victims. Through this project, Fox Valley Technical College proposes the following: (1) Deliver specialized training to members of the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force through in-person classes, live online instructor-led classes, and webinars; (2) Develop and deliver specialized training to members of the ICAC Task Force Program through recorded webinars and instructional videos; (3) Respond to technical assistance requests from members of the ICAC Task Force Program; (4) Ensure all in-person and online training is effective and relevant; and (5) Support the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention and ICAC initiatives.

Child exploitation in any of its forms is a national threat to our youth, families, communities and nation as a whole. The online trafficking of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) is a serious widespread problem as offenders produce and distribute untraceable, sharable, CSAM in encrypted files on the open internet and the Darknet anywhere in the world. These offenders can be effectively investigated when law enforcement is trained to understand the operation of these networks, the correct use of tools, and how to apply appropriate investigative procedures. With new digital evidence forensic tools, workflow surrounding the forensic analysis of millions of images and video files will be increased allowing investigators to focus on discovering, identifying, and rescuing child victims. Through this project, Fox Valley Technical College proposes the following: (1) Deliver specialized training to members of the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force through in-person classes, live online instructor-led classes, and webinars; (2) Develop and deliver specialized training to members of the ICAC Task Force Program through recorded webinars and instructional videos; (3) Respond to technical assistance requests from members of the ICAC Task Force Program; (4) Ensure all in-person and online training is effective and relevant; and (5) Support the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention and ICAC initiatives.