Message Regarding Our COVID-19 Policies

Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center is committed to being a safe, helpful, and trustworthy resource, available to everyone who needs our services and support. Due to COVID-19, we are observing federal and local government public health protection guidelines. Upon arrival, visitors will complete a COVID-19 screening (questions and temperature check) and may be asked to wear a mask. If you have recently had COVID-19, you must wear a mask on the premises for the full 10 days from the date of exposure or infection, consistent with DC Health Department and CDC guidance.

To report suspected child abuse in the District of Columbia call 1-202-671-SAFE(7233)
To report suspected internet crimes against children, contact report.cybertip.org

Safe Shores

To report suspected child abuse / Para reportar sospechas de abuso:

1-202-671-SAFE (7233)

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

Join Safe Shores for upcoming events throughout the month of April in commemoration of Child Abuse Prevention Month.


“Child Abuse Isn’t On Spring Break” Campaign

Follow Safe Shores on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook to learn how you can help prevent child abuse. We will be posting graphics throughout the month.

 

Coffee for Kids
Thursday, April 6
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Thursday, April 20
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Register for Coffee for Kids here.


Stewards of Children® Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Training
Wednesday, April 5
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 11
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 29
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Register for Stewards of Children® here.


Parent & Caregiver Sexual Abuse Prevention Workshop
Wednesday, April 19
9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (lunch included)
Takes place at Safe Shores.

Participate in Stewards of Children® training, followed by Darkness to Light supplemental trainings that will provide in-depth practice of skills for Talking with Children about Safety and Healthy Touch for Children and Youth. This training is for any interested adult, but will be particularly focused on the concerns of adults that care for children in their home.

Register for prevention workshop here.

 

Touch of Blue IX: Networking Event in Recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month 
Wednesday, April 26
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
POV Rooftop at the W Hotel (515 15th Street, NW Washington, DC)

Join friends of Safe Shores for an event in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month. Come wearing a “touch of blue” and bring business cards for networking and door prizes. Register for the event here.

 

Eloquii Pop-Up Event Benefitting Safe Shores
Thursday, April 27
6:30 p.m. -9 p.m.
Popup store, Pentagon City mall

Join the fabulous plus size retailer Eloquii at their pop-up store in Pentagon City Mall. 20% of the proceeds from purchases made during the event will benefit Safe Shores. Check out the Facebook page for the event and see you there!