Host Melanie Duzyj is joined by GEN founder and Executive Director Sherrie Bosisto and Senior Advisor for Government Affairs Megan Anderson to unpack how GEN works to dismantle exploitation worldwide through technology, community, and policy.

The conversation explores the rapidly evolving landscape of child safety and human trafficking, including the rise in child sexual abuse material (CSAM), the role of artificial intelligence, and the growing tension between privacy, encryption, and protection.

The team breaks down current U.S. and global legislation, including efforts to hold platforms accountable, strengthen law enforcement capabilities, and close gaps related to AI-generated exploitation. They also provide insight into the real-world challenges faced by investigators, analysts, and organizations working on the front lines.

This episode sets the stage for the series—offering a grounded, expert-driven look at how data, technology, and collaboration can be used to combat exploitation and protect the most vulnerable.

This is just the beginning.

Show notes: 
Episode 1 of Exploitation Intelligence introduces the Global Emancipation Network (GEN) and the people behind the mission to combat human trafficking and child exploitation worldwide.

Melanie Duzyj, Head of Strategy and Growth, is joined by GEN founder Sherrie Bosisto and Senior Advisor Megan Anderson to discuss how the organization leverages technology, community, and policy to support law enforcement, policymakers, and partners across the globe.

Key topics include:

• The origin and mission of Global Emancipation Network  
• How technology and data are used to identify and disrupt exploitation  
• The role of policy and legislation in shaping child safety efforts  
• Current U.S. and international legislative developments  
• The rise of AI-generated and synthetic child sexual abuse material (CSAM)  
• The challenges of balancing privacy, encryption, and protection  
• The scale of the problem facing investigators and content moderation teams  
• The importance of victim identification and global coordination  

The episode also introduces critical concepts that will be explored in future discussions, including:
- The CyberTipline and global reporting systems  
- Hash matching vs. first-generation CSAM detection  
- The exploitation lifecycle model  
- Platform accountability and trust & safety challenges  

With perspectives spanning government, nonprofit leadership, and technology, this conversation lays the foundation for a deeper exploration of how exploitation operates—and how it can be stopped.

Future episodes will feature expert guests and dive further into technology, policy, and real-world investigative work.