Preventing Childhood Sex Abuse
What to Ask a Youth Organization
Parent’s Can’t Assume All Organizations are Safety-Aware Whether a school, church, sports team, or after-school group, many parents trust their child’s health and safety to some organization. Offering lessons in teamwork, leadership, and community, youth organizations allow children the chance to practice important social skills under supervision. However, while a youth organization puts heavy emphasis…
Read MoreTalking to Your Kids About Sex Abuse Safety
How To Talk About Sexual Abuse Safety Did you know that most children never report sexual abuse while it’s happening? If you think that’s crazy, think about this: Most sexual abusers are someone known and trusted by your family, not a stranger. The combination of a trusted family member or friend creating feelings of emotional…
Read MorePrevention Guide for Youth Organizations
How Can Your Organization Prevent Sexual Abuse? Youth organizations should schedule regular self-assessments to identify any faults or weaknesses in their sexual abuse prevention program. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has developed a downloadable guide to help organizations adopt or adapt their prevention strategies. You can download the CDC’s guide here: The…
Read MoreHow To Engage Bystanders
You’ve read the interviews: Family members or neighbors are often quoted as saying “I thought something was strange. But I didn’t speak up.” No matter how many times we shake our heads at other’s inaction, it’s a fact: You’re less likely to speak up when others stay quiet. We worry that it may not be…
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