OUR MISSION
At Operation Light Shine, our primary focus is to pioneer and fund our INTERCEPT Task Forces, uniting Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement agencies in a collaborative effort against Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking. However, we also recognize the importance of prevention, which is why we are committed to equipping and educating communities and families on safeguarding their children. Through our approach, we aim to be a force multiplier and set the standard in the fight and prevention against this escalating crisis, empowering agencies with the resources and expertise needed to confront these challenges head-on.

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OUR CORE GOALS
EQUIP
Providing essential tools and support to law enforcement and government agencies to protect vulnerable individuals from exploitation and trafficking. We also empower communities and families to prevent these crimes, fostering a cohesive approach to safeguarding vulnerable persons.
EMPOWER
Our dedication to strengthening the abilities of those at the forefront of combating child exploitation and human trafficking, including communities and families. Through funding, training, and advocacy, we equip these heroes to create lasting change.
EDUCATE
Our commitment to raising awareness and disseminating knowledge about the widespread issues of child exploitation and human trafficking. We strive to educate the public, policymakers, and communities about these challenges, initiating meaningful discussions and motivating action to ensure the safety of every vulnerable person.
How to get involved
Learn and Empower
Understanding and Combating Child Exploitation and Trafficking Together
Donating
We need your continued support to further the mission to end child exploitation & trafficking.
Volunteering
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How We empower law enforcement to make a real impact.
Check out our latest victories
Florida Authorities Arrest 27 Child Predators in ‘Operation Valiant Knights’
Local and federal authorities have arrested 27 men involved in child sexual exploitation in Jacksonville, Florida, and neighboring counties, according to multiple reports.
Former Clarksville School Nurse Pleads Guilty To Child Pornography Charges
NASHVILLE – A former Clarksville, Tennessee, school nurse pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court to 25 counts of attempting to produce child pornography, announced U.S. Attorney Mark H. Wildasin for the Middle District of Tennessee.
South Carolina Man Arrested, 13-Year-Old Girl Rescued, in Collaborative Dark Web Investigation
COOKEVILLE – A South Carolina man has been arrested and a 13-year-old Cookeville girl has been kept from sexual exploitation following an investigation led by special agents assigned to TBI’s Cybercrime & Digital Evidence Unit.
U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn files bipartisan bill to protect children on social media
NASHVILLE – U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn is taking another swing at requiring social media companies to make an effort to keep child users safe online.
Middleburg Man Arrested For Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Videos
Jacksonville, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces the arrest and filing of a criminal complaint charging Sam David Harris, Jr. (37, Middleburg) with possession of videos depicting the sexual abuse of young children. If convicted, Harris faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison. Harris has been ordered detained pending trial.
Florida probe leads to Nacogdoches man’s arrest for child porn
NACOGDOCHES COUNTY, Texas (KTRE) – A 19-year-old Nacogdoches man has been arrested following an FBI raid on his house Monday.
Putnam County youth pastor, teacher arrested on child porn charges
PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla. – A Putnam County youth pastor was arrested and faces charges of possessing child porn, according to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office.
OFFICIALS: Nacogdoches man posed as 12-year-old girl to coerce Florida child to send him explicit photos, videos
NASSAU COUNTY, Fla. — A Nacogdoches man accused of posing a 12-year-old girl and using his phone to coerce a Florida child into sending him explicit pictures and videos was recently arrested.
Texas man arrested after deputies say he coerced Nassau County child into sending him explicit pictures
NASSAU COUNTY, Fla. — A Texas man has been arrested after deputies say he used an electronic device to coerce a Nassau County minor into sending him explicit pictures and videos.
Nacogdoches man arrested, allegedly posed as 12-year-old girl to solicit sexual content from child
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KETK) – A 19-year-old from Nacogdoches was arrested and is accused of coercing a minor into sending explicit pictures and videos.