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Digital Advocacy Day

You can participate in Prevent Child Abuse America’s nationwide digital advocacy day on April 19th. Find out more here.

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. In this workshop, you will learn how to talk with and listen to children about sexual abuse and personal safety. Register here.

What the World Needs Now: Intentional Parenting – A Conversation with Destiny Bennett and Dr. Stacey Patton

Virtual

The terms "gentle parenting" and “intentional parenting” are trending these days. But what do these terms even mean? What does this kind of parenting look like IRL (in real life)?  Does research support its effectiveness? And why does all this matter—especially for children and families of color? Join us for a powerful conversation with parenting...

Keep Kids Safe – Hill Day

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On April 25th and 26th, the Keep Kids Safe Movement and its coalition partners will convene in Washington, D.C. to meet with key stakeholders and advance both the National Blueprint and the principles of Prevention, Healing, and Justice. Executive Director Michele Booth Cole will represent Safe Shores - The DC Children's Advocacy Center as a...

Keep Kids Safe Coalition – White House Visit

Members of the Keep Kids Safe Coalition will be visiting the White House. Executive Director Michele Booth Cole will represent Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center as a part of this coalition. Learn more about Keep Kids Safe Hill Day This event is not open to the general public.

Contacto Saludable para Niños y Jóvenes

Virtual

El afecto y el tacto saludables protegen contra el abuso sexual infantil, especialmente con los padres, cuidadores y miembros de la familia. Esta capacitación le enseña algunas pautas para un contacto saludable y formas seguras y respetuosas de interactuar con los niños. Registrarse aquí.

Roundtable Discussion with House of Representatives Task Force

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The Bipartisan Task Force to End Sexual Violence — made up of 43 members of the United States House of Representatives — is hosting a roundtable discussion with members of the Keep Kids Safe Coalition. Executive Director Michele Booth Cole will represent Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center as a panelist at this...

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 to interact with children. Register here.