RAVEN – A RESPECTED PRESENCE ON CAPITOL HILL
Raven continues to be a respected and welcomed voice on Capitol Hill. As the first and only 501(c)4 group focused on ending child exploitation in the United States, we work with lawmakers, advocates, agencies, and organizations who are willing to challenge the status quo and fight to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Raven CEO, John Pizzuro, gave […]
CELLEBRITE SUPPORTS RAVEN IN EDUCATING CONGRESS
Collaboration is key to protecting children and supporting law enforcement. Technology companies are commonly criticized for avoiding, if not completely ignoring, the growing issue of online child exploitation. Yet one technology company creates software that enables public safety agencies to combat this growing online threat and Cellebrite goes a step further in partnering with organizations […]
RAVEN TESTIFIES IN CONGRESS – CHILDREN’S SAFETY IN THE DIGITAL ERA: STRENGTHENING PROTECTIONS AND ADDRESSING LEGAL GAPS
Big Tech companies manipulate Section 230 to protect profits over life. This week, Raven testified alongside Brandon Duffy, Carrie Goldberg, Professor Mary Grew Leary and Stephen Balkham in the Children’s Safety in the Digital Era: Strengthening Protections and Addressing Legal Gaps briefing. This hearing highlighted the wide array of dangers children face online as well […]
RAVEN HOSTS COLLABORATIVE DISCUSSION WITH INTERNET PLATFORMS, STATE ICAC COMMANDERS, AND DOJ ON ENHANCING LAW ENFORCEMENT EFFORTS TO COMBAT CHILD EXPLOITATION
Washington, D.C. – Raven convened a landmark meeting with several state Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Commanders, the Department of Justice (DOJ), and leading technology companies including Meta, OnlyFans, Snap, and TikTok. The gathering aimed to foster a deeper understanding of the challenges facing law enforcement and Electronic Service Providers (ESPs) in combating […]
RAVEN AND THE REPORT ACT
Raven provided language, endorsement, and expert insights in support of the REPORT Act and why its provisions are so crucial to support law enforcement in protecting children. We will continue to monitor and support the progress of this legislation which, if passed, will: We know why these crucial changes are needed, including extending the retention […]
“BECAUSE THEY BELIEVE IN SANTA CLAUS.”
Yesterday, March 6th 2024, Raven Board President and Retired Commander of the North Florida Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, John Madsen, gave testimony before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance. John was one of four witnesses, together with Tim Tebow, Founder of the Tim Tebow Foundation; former professional football player, Camille […]
GROWING MOMENTUM FOR THE KIDS ONLINE SAFETY ACT
On the heels of the Senate’s hearing with Big Tech CEOs, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), lead sponsors of the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act, announced growing U.S. Senate support for the bill, with 62 senators now cosponsoring the legislation. Following conversations with stakeholders and colleagues, Blumenthal and Blackburn also announced new bill […]
RAVEN PROVIDES CHILD PROTECTION INSIGHT TO CYBER CONFERENCE
In October 2023 Raven board member Glen Pounder moderated one panel and presented on another at an international Cyber security conference in Montreal, Canada. The panel moderated by Glen is now available to view on YouTube with thanks to Forum InCyber. On the subject of “A Safer Internet for Children” there were representatives from NCMEC, […]
SOCIAL MEDIA GIANTS MAKE BILLIONS ADVERTISING TO OUR YOUTH BUT FAIL TO PROTECT THEM ONLINE
In a hearing on January 31st 2024, the CEOs of billion-dollar companies were asked questions by the Senate Judiciary Committee. Raven CEO John Pizzuro and board member Tom Kerle attended the hearing. “Big Tech made over 11 Billion on children 17 and under. It’s time to invest in protecting children instead of profiting off them.” […]
RAVEN ANNUAL REPORT 2023
Raven have been busy during 2023. Please read our Annual Report to see the impact we are having.
