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Stewards of Children workshop

5 steps to protecting our children

Simple and practical actions you can take to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to sexual abuse

5 steps

1

LEARN

THE FACTS

1 in 10 children are sexually abused.

Over 90% of them know their abuser.

4

RECOGNIZE

THE SIGNS

Know the signs of abuse to protect children from further harm.

2

MINIMIZE

OPPORTUNITY

Eliminate or reduce isolated, one-on-one situations to decrease risk for abuse.

5

REACT

RESPONSIBLY

Understand how to respond to risky behaviors and suspicions or reports of sexual abuse.

3

TALK

ABOUT IT

Have open conversations with children about our bodies, sex, and boundaries.

Download a free printable flyer

on keeping

kids safe 

Information courtesy of

Darkness to LIght 

www.D2L.org

Understanding the issues surrounding child sexual abuse

Svava's story

Svava's story

Play Video

Svava Brooks   

SURVIVOR & TRAUMA RECOVERY COACH

Abuse can affect families for generations. Svava and her daughter tell their story and offer hope to other survivors.

svavabrooks.com