About Us
Welcome to the Exploitation Education Institute
Dedicated to creating a safe future for children and youth through education, resources, and advocacy.
We aim to tackle not just the symptoms but the very roots of human trafficking and exploitation.
As a social enterprise, we are dedicated to creating a safe future for children and youth by addressing sexual exploitation and human trafficking through education and advocacy. Our unique blend of accessibility and light-heartedness ensures that we reach hearts and minds, opening up genuine conversations and heightened public engagement.
Our history
In 2019, our founder Tiana Sharifi, a recognized international expert in the prevention of child and youth exploitation, sought to address the gaps in prevention education. With a background in psychology and counseling, and a deep understanding of the root causes of exploitation, Tiana recognized the urgent need for innovative, evidence-based resources to tackle this critical issue.
Our education programs, supported by the BC Ministry of Education, became a trusted resource for parents, educators, and communities seeking to empower youth with knowledge about consent, online safety, and exploitation prevention.
As we evolved, so did our vision. In 2023, we became Exploitation Education, with SEE remaining as our educational programs.
Through partnerships, consulting, and community collaboration, ExEd remains a leader in exploitation prevention. Our work is guided by the belief that every child deserves to grow up safe, informed, and valued. We’re proud of how far we’ve come—and we’re just getting started.
What began as local school presentations in British Columbia quickly grew into a movement, educating over 100,000 individuals directly and reaching millions more through digital platforms.
What we do
Engaging Education
We provide engaging presentations through our Sexual Exploitation Education (SEE) programs that reach grades 4-12 on topics surrounding consent, healthy relationships, human trafficking, and online safety.
Community Awareness
We engage parents, offer Professional Development (Pro-D) for educators on sexual exploitation, and develop Online Human Trafficking Training for School Districts.
Front Line Training
We equip front line workers and law enforcement with in-depth training on human trafficking, laws, victim support, and grooming trends.
Partnerships & Consulting
Trust our innovative training and consulting services that focus on prevention and intervention, guided by an understanding of the "why."
Our values
Accessible
The topics of Human trafficking and sexual exploitation do not typically appeal to the general public. So how do we make prevention on this issue accessible to all? By focusing on the root causes which include consent, healthy boundaries, and digital wellness. Our hope is that if you are not a service provider directly working in this field, that you won't even be aware the information you are engaging with revolves around human trafficking prevention!
Honest
We could be formal and conventional, or we could just tell you as it is. As experts who are familiar with the nuances of exploitation, our objective is to be as authentic as possible in sharing our knowledge and perspectives. We won't shy away from the tough topics and questions.
Innovative
We are always asking ourselves, "what is not being done and how can we address any gaps in prevention?". We aim to find creative solutions and provide creative prevention programs to get our message out there and make a difference in this world.
Light Hearted
Child exploitation is overwhelming and heavy enough as it is. We like to deliver the tough information in a way that is easily digestible, interactive, and engaging. We use games, activities and humor in our child, teen, and parent presentations.
