DSWD-7 logs 28 child exploitation, trafficking cases in Q1 of 2026

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) 7 recorded 28 cases of trafficking in persons (TIP) and online sexual abuse or exploitation of children (OSAEC) in Central Visayas from January to June 2026. The cases were handled under the agency’s Recovery and Reintegration Program for Trafficked Persons, which provides protection, rehabilitation, and reintegration services to victim-survivors. READ: Rescued minors in Cebu trafficking case get psychosocial support READ: Woman who sold kid online convicted for child abuse Cases monitored From January to June this year, the agency documented 21 TIP cases and seven OSAEC cases. Agency […]... Keep on reading: DSWD-7 logs 28 child exploitation, trafficking cases in Q1 of 2026