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

Child Abuse Prevention Month Expert Panel hosted by Mentor DC

Virtual

MENTOR MD|DC has gathered experts from across Maryland and DC to answer questions and share how mentoring programs can help keep children safe in their communities. Join this event to take a stand for child safety, ensure your program practices are up to date, and hear from experts on key issues regarding child abuse prevention....

Keep Kids Safe Rally

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The general public can show their support for the Keep Kids Safe Hill Day Coalition by attending the Keep Kids Safe Rally on Wednesday, April 26th at 2 PM. Register at this link.

Healthy Touch for Children and Youth

Virtual

Healthy affection and touch are protective against child sexual abuse, especially with parents, caregivers, and family members. This training teaches you some guidelines for healthy touch and safe, respectful ways...

Coffee for Kids (In Person)

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Tour our thoughtfully designed, child-friendly, victim-focused facility, meet our team, and learn firsthand how Safe Shores works to provide intervention, hope and healing for children and families affected by abuse, trauma, and violence in the District. Register here

Nurturing Healthy Sexual Development© Training at the Building Strong Families Conference

Building Strong Families Conference runs from 9 am to 5 pm. Lunch is included, CEUs are available for $10 Registration: $45 (in advance) $60 (at the door)  Nurturing Healthy Sexual Development© helps participants better understand the sexual development of children, and how to respond to children’s sexual behaviors and questions in ways that promote healthy development....

$45

Wear Blue Day

We wear blue at the beginning of April to spread awareness of child abuse prevention work. Prevention starts with you -- in blue! If you take a photo, make sure...

Virtual Talking With Children About Safety from Sexual Abuse

Virtual

Having age-appropriate, open conversations about our bodies, sex, and boundaries is an important step in protecting children from sexual abuse. Talking about personal safety and sex creates a protective bond...

Free