Are your eyes open?
One in 4 girls and one in 6 boys are sexually abused before their 18th birthday.
The Sexual Assault Crisis Center was awarded a grant from The Child Abuse Prevention Fund of Children's Hospital and Health System for Awareness to Action, a state-wide initiative focused on child sexual abuse prevention. The community-wide pilot program will be implemented to:
- Raise awareness in the community for adults to take responsibility in the fight against child sexual abuse.
- Educate and train youth serving agencies to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse, and motivate them to courageous action using the CDC-approved Stewards of Children curriculum.
- Empower youth serving agencies to improve their internal policies, procedures and training to keep children safe from sexual harm.
How can I make my organization a safe place for children?
It is vital that organizations create a culture where child sexual abuse is discussed, addressed, and prevented. If your organization serves children, a sex offender will want to work for you.
Some organizations feel they lack the money, time, personnel and expertise to create a comprehensive child sexual abuse prevention plan. The fact is many strategies cost little or nothing implement. Committed volunteers understand the need to protect the children you serve.