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During the summer of 2014, I met with six groups of people who have sexually abused children: Four groups of men who, as part of their probation, attend a treatment group; one group of female offenders in their treatment program; and then one group of men in prison. I participated in these offender groups with…

From time to time, I attend treatment groups for men and women who have sexually abused children so that I can better understand this crime and how to prevent it. Many of the offenders I met this summer told me how important it is to teach adults how child sexual abusers go about gaining access…

April is Child Abuse Prevention month and I’ve been reflecting on what it will take to change the cultural norm of silence that allows child sexual abuse to thrive in our communities. I’d like your help.Body-Safety Rules Are Not EnoughParenting Safe Children workshop participants tell me how empowered and secure they feel after teaching their…

While there are unique safety challenges specific to each form of technology, service, and app, here are ten general practices to support online safety. Keep your computer or tablet in a high-traffic area – e.g., the kitchen or family room. Set limits regarding the sites your kids are allowed to visit, and for how long.…

[Part 1 in a 3-part series about Keeping Kids Safe Online.]According to the National Center for Exploited and Missing Children, one in five children (ages 10-17) has been sexually solicited online and nearly 60% of teens have received an email or Instant Message from a stranger—and half have responded back. For abuse to take place, online…

Check out the latest screening video from Parenting Safe Children Just introduced, this video features a grandmother talking with a soccer coach about body safety in the soccer league and on the team. While watching it, you’ll see how this grandmother brings up the topic in a pro-active manner, asking multiple questions until she is…