Luxembourg Expats Standards Against Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSAE)

1. Introduction

At Luxembourg Expats, we are committed to fostering a safe and responsible online community. We have a zero-tolerance policy toward child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE) in any form. This policy outlines our commitment to preventing CSAE, detecting and reporting violations, and taking strict enforcement actions against offenders.

Our standards align with international laws and best practices, including the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), the EU Directive on Combating the Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children, and other relevant global regulations.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

• All users of luxembourgexpats.lu, including registered members, guests, and contributors.

• All content shared, uploaded, or posted on our platform, including text, images, videos, links, and comments.

• All third-party service providers, partners, and affiliates who interact with our platform.

3. Definition of CSAE

Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSAE) includes, but is not limited to:

• The creation, distribution, or possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), including images, videos, and text-based content.

• Online grooming, which involves an adult using digital means to establish an emotional connection with a minor to exploit or abuse them.

• Sexual exploitation, including coercion, blackmail, or threats against minors for sexual purposes.

• Solicitation of minors for sexual activities through the platform or external communication channels.

4. Prohibited Content and Behavior

Users are strictly prohibited from:

• Uploading, posting, sharing, or linking to any content that depicts, promotes, or encourages CSAE.

• Using Luxembourg Expats to contact, groom, or exploit minors in any way.

• Discussing, normalizing, or encouraging CSAE-related activities, whether explicitly or implicitly.

• Attempting to evade moderation systems to share prohibited content.

5. Prevention Measures

We implement the following measures to detect and prevent CSAE-related content and activities:

• Automated Content Monitoring: We employ AI-driven tools and content moderation systems to identify and block harmful material.

• Human Moderation: Our team actively reviews flagged content and reports from users.

• Age Verification and Restrictions: We take measures to prevent minors from accessing inappropriate areas of the platform.

• Community Reporting Mechanisms: Users can report CSAE-related content or activities using the platform’s reporting tools.

6. Reporting and Response Procedures

If CSAE content or behavior is detected, we take immediate action, including:

1. User Reporting:

• Users can report CSAE-related content or activities via our Report Abuse here.

luxembourgexpats.lu/teamluxexpats

• Reports are reviewed by our moderation team within 36 hours.

2. Internal Investigation:

• Content is immediately removed if it violates our policy.

• The responsible user’s account is suspended or permanently banned.

3. Legal Compliance and Reporting to Authorities:

• We report all CSAE-related violations to law enforcement agencies and relevant child protection organizations.

• Luxembourg Expats cooperates fully with law enforcement to support investigations.

7. Enforcement Actions

Any violation of this policy will result in:

• Immediate content removal and user notification.

• Permanent account suspension or ban, depending on the severity of the violation.

• Legal action and reporting to authorities in extreme cases.

8. Education and Awareness

We are committed to educating our community about online safety. We regularly:

• Share safety tips and guidelines for parents and guardians.

• Provide resources and support for individuals affected by CSAE.

• Partner with child protection organizations to improve our platform’s safety measures.

9. Policy Review and Updates

We continuously review and update this policy to ensure compliance with evolving laws and best practices. Updates will be communicated via our official announcements and on this page

10. Contact and Support

For questions or to report a violation, contact our Safety Team at:

📧 [email protected]

📞 +352 691 100 467

We take all reports seriously and are committed to making Luxembourg Expats a safe and secure platform for everyone.

Last Updated: 4 February 2025