National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

organization

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) is a non-profit organization based in the United States that serves as a national clearinghouse and resource center for issues related to missing and exploited children. Founded in 1984, NCMEC collaborates with law enforcement, public and private organizations, and families to help locate missing children and prevent child exploitation. They provide resources, support, and training to assist in the recovery of missing children and address the challenges posed by online predators and child sexual exploitation. In the recent case involving a Hamburg man charged with murder, NCMEC played a pivotal role by alerting German authorities to the suspect's activities as early as 2021, showcasing their commitment to protecting vulnerable children.