Presidential Proclamation — National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, 2012
NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS AND PREVENTION MONTH, 2012 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Though we have come far in the fight to reduce sexual violence, the prevalence of sexual assault remains an affront to our national conscience that we cannot ignore. This month, we stand with survivors of sexual assault, join together to break the silence, and recommit to ending this devastating crime. Rape and sexual assault inflict profound suffering upon millions of Americans every year. Nearly one in …
National Child Abuse Prevention Month-get involved today!
D2L kicked off National Child Abuse Prevention month with a candlelight vigil in downtown Charleston on March 28th. Even though the wind prevented us from keeping our candles lit, we all carry the metaphorical lit candle throughout this month in honor of the children we serve. There are many ways you can get involved this month and they don’t all involve taking our training. Look for blogs about the ways which include a golf tournament, community bike ride, community movie event, and of course Stewards …
Engaged Seniors Joining the Fight to End CSA
Yesterday I had the pleasure of conducting a Stewards of Children training 60 Seniors from the Senior Companion Program which is sponsored by Charleston Area Senior Citizens Services, Inc. They are senior volunteers age 55 and older who serve Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester counties in South Carolina. Last year they provided over 50,000 volunteer community hours to frail Seniors in need. The program is under the umbrella of Senior Corps, part of the Corporation for National and Community Service. The session was part of their …
An Evening with Marilyn Van Derbur in Dayton, Ohio
Marilyn Van Derbur is the former Miss America and author of Miss America By Day which chronicles her journey to becoming a survivor of sexual abuse by her millionaire father. Marilyn speaks nationwide on the topic of sexual abuse prevention and recovery. As a childhood incest survivor, she has devoted much of her adult life to raising national awareness and understanding of sexual abuse and its long-term effects. The three child advocacy centers of Dayton, CARE House, Warren County and Michael’s House have teamed up …
Coaches Awareness Seminar in Charlotte, NC
Coach Al Simpson, head of the Charlotte Boxing Academy at Revolution Sports Academy, and an assistant with USA Boxing has organized a Coaches Awareness Seminar in Charlotte, North Carolina. All local professionals and coaches are invited. Want to go? What: Coaches Awareness Seminar to prevent childhood sexual abuse. When: March 24, 2012 Where: Grady Cole Center, 310 N. Kings Drive. Registration 8:30-9 a.m.; program 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Details: Al Simpson, 704-432-4963. Click here to read the full article on the “Coaches Awareness Seminar to Prevent …
A Small Voice – Holly Spears
D2L friend and songwriter Holly Spears has written a beautiful song about a girl who is reaching out for help after her personal experience with sexual abuse. “A Small Voice” is a beautiful song, and we’re happy to be able to share it with you! Holly’s CD will be available for purchase April 3 from her website HollySpears.com. Listen to: A Small Voice
The Heroes Amoung Us!
Adults came from throughout Louisiana to join in the annual training and conference entitled “The Heroes Among Us!” headed by Peggy Kirby. The Louisiana Foster and Adoptive Parent Association (LAFAPA) recently held its annual conference and training at Embassy Suites in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This training was attended by over 350 foster families, foster youth, adoptive parents, child protestion staff, and other professionals to learn more about protecting children. Child Advocacy Services partnered with LAFAPA to offer the Stewards of Children Training to foster parents …
Delaware Doing Good Work
Predator educators: Social media can play role in school affairs Their names are like a wall of shame to Delaware educators because of the head-shaking and hand-wringing they caused in classrooms and communities. Dana Goodman. Timothy McDorman. Jason Stalnaker. John Thompson. They are among 12 Delaware educators who, since 2006, have been convicted of crimes stemming from sexual misconduct with students. Yet experts say there has not been a measurable increase, that there have always been a few bad apples, educators who have preyed upon …
New children’s book Fred the Fox Shouts “NO!”
Good friend of D2L, licensed professional counselor, and author, Tatiana Y. Kisil Matthews has written a great children’s book that we really like, titled Fred the Fox Shouts “NO!” This book helps parents introduce the concepts of “private parts” and safety with people we know. Children will enjoy shouting NO! along with Fred as he learns important safety rules. The book is available at www.fredthfox.com.
