National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)

The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) is a nonprofit organization in the United States dedicated to addressing child abduction and exploitation. Founded in 1984, it provides resources to help locate missing children and offers support to families affected by these crises. NCMEC works with law enforcement, promotes the prevention of child exploitation, and raises public awareness about issues like online safety. They also maintain a database of missing children and offer training and resources for professionals to recognize and respond to cases involving child safety.