Child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA) is one of the most urgent and rapidly evolving threats facing children today. The growth of digital technology, global financial systems, and cross-border networks has expanded both the scale and complexity of harm. Addressing it requires more than awareness - it demands coordinated, cross-sector action.
We support law enforcement, government agencies, financial services institutions, travel and tourism operators, technology companies, academia, and the broader corporate sector to strengthen frontline responses and close systemic gaps.
Rather than duplicating existing services, we act as a connector and capability builder ensuring the right stakeholders are equipped and aligned to act.
We are registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) under ABN 86 645 682 828. We also hold deductible gift recipient status.
Our establishment was supported by Westpac’s Safer Children, Safer Communities initiative, which funded a multi-year program to strengthen Australia’s response to CSEA through financial crime disruption and cross-sector engagement. As our foundational funding term concludes, ICMEC Australia is entering a new phase - transitioning from establishment to long-term sustainability.
To maintain and scale our impact, we are seeking corporate sponsors, project partners, government grants and other support. This marks a transition from establishment to long-term sustainability of our work to protect children.
