Safe Shores
Virtually 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
This training teaches adults how to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Training includes discussion about critical issues in sexual abuse prevention and the relevance of these issues in our communities through a video sharing the voices of survivors and experts in the field. Register here.
Tener conversaciones abiertas y apropiadas para la edad sobre nuestros cuerpos, género y límites es un paso importante para proteger a los niños del abuso sexual. En este taller, aprenderá cómo hablar y escuchar a los niños sobre el abuso sexual y la seguridad personal. Registrarse aquí.
You can participate in Prevent Child Abuse America’s nationwide digital advocacy day on April 19th. Find out more here.
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.
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...
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...
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.
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.
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...
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....
429 O Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-645-3200