Review dynamics of sex trafficking and child sex trafficking victims. Identify known risk factors that make an individual vulnerable to child sex trafficking, as well as identify the dynamics of control at play within situations of commercial sexual exploitation. | Review recruitment and engagement process used by abusers, in addition to the culture and business model of sex trafficking. | Compare and contrast familial and non-familial child sex trafficking cases. | Address impact of trauma bonding upon a forensic interview and the influence of culture and adolescent development. | Explain differences between clinical and forensic interviews, and describe behavior of a forensic interviewer that is ethical and victim-oriented. | Understand the application of 8-step to nationally recognized forensic interview models.

Generate alternative hypotheses for child sex trafficking cases. | Identify barriers and discuss strategies for overcoming common barriers within a forensic interview in child sex trafficking interviews. | Discuss preparation needed before a forensic interview of an alleged CST victim as well as the need to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team members. | Plan for pre-interview team meetings.

Address how to conduct culturally and developmentally appropriate forensic interviews of alleged victims of child sex trafficking using the principles of 8-STEP. | Explain the key components to orienting youth to forensic interviews. | Discuss the value of rapport building and modifications for youth in child sex trafficking cases. | Explore options for rapport building, discuss considerations and problem solve.

Address how to conduct culturally and developmentally appropriate forensic interviews of alleged victims of child sex trafficking using the principles of 8-STEP. | Discuss modifications for interview expectations and assessing developmental needs and capacity of youth in the forensic interview. | Explore options for transitioning to the topic of concern.

Address how to conduct culturally and developmentally appropriate forensic interviews of alleged victims of child sex trafficking using the principles of 8-STEP. | Discuss gathering details in the context of child sex trafficking and clarifying information. | Explain the process of presenting evidence in child sex trafficking interviews in a child- centered and trauma-informed manner. | Reinforce the process of checking in with the youth throughout the interview and plan for a respectful closing.

Large group preparation for practice interviews.

Use the principles of 8-STEP to conduct practice forensic interviews of alleged victims of child sex trafficking. | Constructive feedback provided through faculty and peer review to develop appropriate professional behavior in conducting forensic interviews.