Child Abuse Prevention
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Addressing Implicit Bias in Mandated Reporting
Mandated reporters have the difficult task of reporting child abuse and neglect wherever and whenever they observe it. Research shows however that our implicit biases may lead us to over-report families of color and for issues that may be solved by supportive social supports and referrals. In this virtual trainings, instructor Brianna Harvey will help educators and other mandated reporters identify any implicit biases that may influence their reporting and suggest additional ways to support families who need support. This virtual training will cover referrals ...
Overcoming Awkwardness: Discussing Body Development Does Not Have to Be a Horror Show
Talking to youth about their body in an empowering and affirming way is critical for healthy development, and serves as one way to protect against sexual abuse. Effective communication about one’s own body helps youth understand how their body works and how to keep their body safe. Join this seminar to learn some tips to help prepare adults to talk to youth about body development and personal body safety.
Reducing Racial and Ethnic Bias in Child Abuse Reporting
This seminar will strengthen the child abuse reporting skills of staff members and administrators in their work with families of color. This seminar will work toward that goal through a brief history of child protective services and its role in society, review of legal obligations and ethical standards related to child abuse reporting, examination of racial/ethnic disparities in the child welfare system, the role of culture in parenting practices, and assessment of how implicit and explicit bias may impact child abuse reporting decisions. Recorded on: 9/10/2020
Say "NO!", Get Away, and Tell a Helper
Just like we practice fire safety and prevention with children, it is important to practice personal body safety. There are three steps to follow if a child experiences an unsafe touch: Say "NO!", get away, and tell a helper. Access this printable tool to learn more.
Talking to Your Child About Their Body Parts
Talking to your child about their body is important. Using the anatomically correct “doctor’s names” for body parts will help your child stay safe and get help when needed. Review this printable tool with parents and caregivers to discuss some tips to help them prepare for these conversations and go over an activity caregivers can do with their children.