Services for Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC)

The contract is for the provision of supportive services to commercially sexually exploited children (CSEC) and youth at risk of sexual exploitation, in addition to training and consultation to DSS social work staff. The services include immediate engagement, linkages to services, management of flex funds, and intervention training. The contract was awarded to Breaking the Chains, who demonstrated their ability and capacity to provide supportive services to the target population, as well as consultation services to the Department. • The contract is for a single agency to serve an estimated 100 at-risk youth and 50 CSEC annually. • The Review Committee consisted of five representatives from various organizations, including the Fresno County Department of Social Services, Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health, City Without Orphans, and Fresno Unified School District. • The Review Committee ranked Breaking the Chains' proposal first, citing their ability to provide supportive services, consultation services, and their knowledge of the population to be served. • The contract includes the provision of direct services to youth, including immediate engagement, linkages to services, management of flex funds, and intervention training.