Child abuse is a topic no one wants to talk about.
It's uncomfortable. It's embarrassing. It draws attention to how vulnerable we are as parents and as communities.
But just imagine the impact we could have if we all talked openly about this problem. When we talk about the issue of child abuse and take steps to keep children safe, we can create responsible, proactive communities where there is no place for perpetrators to have access to abuse children.
We believe in our vision to impact the safety of every child in Oakland County.
By attending our free child abuse prevention trainings, you help us bring that vision closer to reality.
Let's talk about it...
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TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Body Safety
Audience: Children and teenagers; adults/parents; teachers
Duration: 90 minutes
Description: Provides a basic overview of common child safety concerns, and empowers young people to "Be the Boss" over their own bodies.
CAREing 4 Kids
Audience: Adults/parents
Duration: 90 minutes
Description: Provides a basic overview of the issues surrounding child abuse: who are perpetrators; the grooming process; recognizing signs and symptoms of abuse in children; the short term and long term consequences of child abuse; and how to prevent abuse and report suspicions.
Human Trafficking
Audience: Adults/parents; middle school-aged children; teachers
Duration: 120 minutes, with breaks
Description: Helps attendees to define the epidemic of human trafficking; to understand its negative impact; to identify and engage with victims; and the basics of mandated reporting.
Mandated Reporter
Audience: Mandated Reporters
Duration: 90 minutes
Description: Mandated Reporters are individuals who are, due to their profession, required by law to report any and all suspicions of child abuse and neglect. Michigan's Child Protection Law currently recognizes a variety of professions as Mandated Reporters, including all medical and dental personnel; all school personnel; social workers, counselors and therapists; law enforcement officers; child care providers; and clergy. Pending the passage of new child protection legislation, the number of recognized Mandated Reporters is likely to grow, and the penalty for failing to report knowledge is likely to increase. This training includes an overview of issues related to child abuse and neglect, teaches Mandated Reporters how to report in compliance with the Michigan Child Protection Law, and offers guidance on what to do and not to do after reporting.
Stewards of Children
Audience: Adults/parents
Duration: 120 minutes, with breaks
Description: Developed by Darkness 2 Light, this multimedia training combines an informaitonal presentation with testimonial videos to provide a comprehensive overview of the issues related to child abuse and neglect, and how attendees can prevent the children in their own lives from being abused.
Community Outreach Team
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