Thorn (previously DNA Foundation and the Demi & Ashton Foundation) drives technology innovation to fight the sexual exploitation of children. They partner across the tech industry, government and NGOs and leverage technology to combat predatory behavior, rescue victims, and protect vulnerable children.

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Thorn

Thorn's headquarters in San Francisco, CA, United States

The Engineering team at Thorn collaborates to develop and implement advanced technological solutions to combat the sexual exploitation of children. They leverage expertise in user experience, data science, software engineering, and support services to create tools that identify and thwart predatory behavior, aid in victim rescue, and enhance child protection efforts.

Engineering

The Leadership Team at Thorn is responsible for setting the strategic direction and overall vision of the organization, ensuring the effective execution of its mission to combat the sexual exploitation of children. They oversee various critical functions, including organizational culture, victim identification, external partnerships, and financial management, to drive technological innovation and collaboration across sectors.

Leadership Team

The Marketing and Communications team at Thorn develops and implements strategic marketing initiatives to raise awareness and support for the company's mission to combat child sexual exploitation. They manage content creation, engage digital communities, and coordinate strategic communications to amplify Thorn's impact and foster collaboration with partners across the tech industry, government, and NGOs.

Marketing and Communications

The Operations Team at Thorn ensures the efficient functioning of internal processes and external partnerships. They manage stakeholder relations, optimize business information systems, support human resources functions, and streamline research activities to enhance Thorn's mission of combating child sexual exploitation.

Operations Team

The Product and Program Management team at Thorn spearheads the development and execution of innovative technologies aimed at combating child sexual exploitation. They manage key relationships, oversee product lifecycle, and ensure alignment with strategic goals, collaborating closely with tech partners, government entities, and NGOs to deliver impactful solutions and initiatives for protecting vulnerable children.

Product and Program Management

The Engineering team at Thorn focuses on developing and maintaining advanced technological solutions to combat the sexual exploitation of children. This includes building robust software tools, leveraging data analytics, and enhancing platform security to aid in identifying and rescuing victims, as well as preventing predatory behavior. The team collaborates closely with industry partners, government agencies, and NGOs to ensure their tools are effective and impactful.

The Research and Policy team at Thorn conducts in-depth studies on the patterns and techniques of child sexual exploitation, providing critical insights to guide technological innovations. They also develop policy recommendations and collaborate with government entities and NGOs to influence legislation and improve response strategies, ensuring that their research directly informs and enhances protective measures for vulnerable children.

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