The War We Didn’t See Coming: How One Man is Fighting to Keep Your Kids Safe Online

What if the biggest threat to your child isn’t the stranger at the park—but the screen in their hand?

For millions of parents, the digital world feels like a necessary risk. It connects. It entertains. It educates. But beneath the surface lies a hidden epidemic—one Dave, a former police officer turned online safety advocate, refuses to ignore.

Dave spent nearly 15 years protecting communities from human trafficking and street crimes. But it wasn’t until he left the badge behind that his true mission came into focus. Watching his wife step into purpose-driven coaching lit a fire in him. He knew he wasn’t done serving. And when he scribbled an idea on a piece of paper—one line among 15 potential paths—it hit him like a bolt of lightning. The real battle wasn’t over. It had simply moved online.

With 5 million online predators lurking in the shadows and 1 in 5 children facing exploitation attempts, Dave and his partner stepped into the most emotionally charged work of their lives. Their mission? To end internet child exploitation through education, prevention, and the power of empowered parenting.

He doesn’t pull punches. Children are being digitally trafficked. Sextorted. Held hostage by images they never meant to share. Many never tell a soul. And some never make it out.

But this isn’t a story of despair. It’s a story of action.

Through kid-friendly, age-appropriate courses and easy-to-implement family tech agreements, Dave helps parents reclaim power without panic. It’s not about ripping devices away. It’s about building trust, fostering conversation, and becoming the guardians our kids need—before harm happens.

Dave speaks with the clarity of a seasoned investigator, but the tenderness of a dad. He’s seen the worst, yet chooses to lead with hope. “When people know better, they do better,” he says. “Our goal is to make that knowing easy, accessible, and ongoing.”

Technology will keep evolving. So will the tactics of those who seek to exploit it. But with education, vigilance, and purpose, parents can win. And Dave is here to make sure they do.

If you’re a parent, educator, or anyone who believes children deserve safety—not fear—in the digital world, this isn’t just a blog. It’s a call to rise.

Because the war is here. And the fight starts at home.

Ready to join the mission? Connect with Dave, start the conversation with your child, and become the advocate they’re quietly praying for.