Evaluation of a curriculum to prevent child sexual exploitation
Rigorous Evaluation of the READY to Stand Curriculum as a Tool to Prevent the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children Among Racially and Ethnically Diverse Urban Youth (PHASE III: Quasi Experimental Trial)
This study is testing a new program designed to teach high school students and school staff how to prevent child sexual exploitation and encourage them to help others in their community.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 3218 (estimated) |
| Ages | 13 Years to 21 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Michigan Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Des Moines, Iowa) |
| Trial ID | NCT06587529 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to rigorously evaluate the READY to Stand curriculum developed by The Set Me Free Project to prevent the commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC). The curriculum includes psychoeducation and skills training for high school students and school personnel, focusing on reducing CSEC perpetration and victimization, as well as promoting bystander intervention. The study will compare outcomes between participants and a control group over a five-year period, with the goal of disseminating effective strategies to other communities in the U.S.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are high school students enrolled in grades 9 through 12 at participating schools in the Midwest.
Not a fit: Students enrolled in the two schools involved in a related pilot trial may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could significantly reduce instances of commercial sexual exploitation and enhance the safety and well-being of adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach is innovative, similar educational interventions have shown promise in reducing violence and exploitation among youth, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * enrolled in in Grade 9, 10, 11, or 12 at one of the eligible schools in the district * able to understand spoken English Exclusion Criteria: • enrolled in either of the two schools involved in the corresponding Open Pilot Trial (NCT05988398)
Where this trial is running
Des Moines, Iowa
- [school districts in the Midwest] — Des Moines, Iowa, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Katie Edwards, Ph.D. — University of Michigan
- Study coordinator: Katie M Edwards, Ph.D.
- Email: edkatie@umich.edu
- Phone: 515-410-6536
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.