Our Story

Kids will know they are loved when they are protected with prevention.

Our Vision

We aim for a world where youth discover their worth, find their voice, and take bold steps to tell their story and defend themselves. Where parents and communities are equipped to protect youth and end child exploitation, so kids are free to achieve their goals and dreams.  

Our Mission

Alert adults and kids to the critical dangers of in-person and online abuse, equipping and empowering them with skills to prepare, intervene, and protect from victimization. 

Our Team

Lisa Hansen

CEO, Founder

Lisa ran away at age 14, ending up a victim of sex trafficking. Needing shelter and the means to survive, she did whatever it took to get by…

Brianna Skaarer

M.A.C.E. DIRECTOR

Brianna discovered POP 4 years ago while searching for a solution to a scary situation she experienced with her young teen daughters…

Liz Wheeles

Podcast Host/M.A.C.E. mom

Liz is a trauma survivor and serves as an advocate for self-care, prioritizing mental health and equality for all…

Lucy Scott

Youth outreach coordinator

Lucy became passionate about working with POP after a personal experience of exploitation her sophomore year of high school…

Aritalia Williams

Volunteer advocate

Ari found herself in an extremely dangerous situation during her early college years that prompted a life change…

Our Impact

Thank you to our Members, Donors, and Partners for being a part of the solution and joining the movement to end child exploitation and abuse.

“POP is perfect for my students!”

15

STATES are using the Power Over Predators educational videos

“You are helping & saving lives!”

75k

INDIVIDUALS have received this life saving information

“So grateful my child can get healing.”

45

KIDS have received free trauma therapy