Today marks the first day of the Queensland Police Service Youth, Technology and Virtual Communities Conference (TYVC) at Bond University with over 460 national and international specialists and delegates from law enforcement, prosecution and child advocacy and protective services in attendance.
Police Minister Mark Ryan joined Commissioner Katarina Carroll to address guests and delegates on what to expect from the sessions offered.
The conference, hosted by Argos, Crime and Intelligence Command, covered a range of topics on technology facilitated crimes against children, prosecuting child sex offenders, early intervention of offending behaviour, and impacts of social media.
The best and brightest minds are in attendance with national and international specialists and practitioners from law enforcement, prosecution, psychology, academia and child advocacy and protective service groups.
Internationally respected speakers from the United Kingdom, Europe, South East Asia, Brazil, and the United States, delved into child exploitation and offending behaviour including examining prevention and disruption strategies that would target technology facilitated crimes against children.
Members of the Queensland Police Service (QPS), and other law enforcement and child protection agencies were also invited to share their own case studies and experiences within their respective fields.
Commissioner Katarina Carroll said the work carried out by everyone in this room including, members of the QPS, child advocacy groups, non-government organisations and social workers is a critical part of the collective effort to support victims and reduce sexual crime.
“As a law enforcement organisation, our response to victims is a central element of policing which is why we continue to respond to community needs in this space and adopt a ‘prevention together’ mindset,” Commissioner Carroll said.
“This conference is an excellent opportunity to learn, share knowledge, and discuss strategies to support victims in our local communities.
“I thank you for the work you have all done in this space and the work you continue to do to keep your communities safe.”
