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April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Check out our conversation with Kris Crim, Director of Operations and former Director of Prevention for the Memphis Child Advocacy Center. In this 3-minute video, Kris discusses: ▫ What signs of abuse should people be on the lookout for/aware of? ▫ What should leaders do if they suspect abuse has taken place? ▫ Who are some essential partners to have in preventing abuse? #NationalChildAbusePreventionMonth #ChildAbuseAwareness #ProtectOurChildren

April is Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month. Open communication is a protective factor for children and a deterrant to perpetrators. Review safety practices with your children in ongoing, age-appropriate conversations. Teach children not to keep secrets and to tell you about anything that makes them uncomfortable. -Child Advocacy Center of Sedgwick County. #childabuseawareness #forensicnurse #nursepractitioner

Did you know that courtrooms - the very place people go for justice - can be weaponised against victims? We're taking a critical step forward for victims of family harm by addressing an often overlooked issue in our justice system: Litigation abuse in family violence. Dr Petrina Hargrave, our Principal Advisor for Victim Advocacy & Research, recently spoke to the Justice Committee to support a newly introduced bill that aims to shield victims from this type of abuse. 🔍 Read on to find out how courtrooms can be used as battlegrounds for abusers to exert control, and what's being done to prevent it: https://lnkd.in/gbzx_abG #VictimAdvocacy #EndLitigationAbuse

Join our upcoming Insight Hour webinar on 30 January from 1-2 pm with AAFDA - Advocacy After Fatal Domestic Abuse on how employers have an important role in Domestic Homicide Reviews. While this is a heavy topic, we encourage employers to attend and learn how they can support victims' families and how to prevent fatal domestic abuse from happening to their employees. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eyRAzS3T #domesticabuse #domesticviolence #VAWG #UKworkforce #employeewellbeing #corporateresponsibility #businessleadership

Despite Children's Advocacy Centers (CACs) serving many more victims of child sexual abuse than child physical abuse, federal data show the latter is far more common, potentially indicating CACs without a specialized response to physical abuse may be unequipped to serve a large population of child victims of abuse within their jurisdictions. Check out our guide to learn how CACs can better deliver evidence-based intervention designed to meet the specific needs of victims of physical abuse. Then, share with your networks: https://loom.ly/aieOktU

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. In our latest blog we welcome guest blogger Kim Mangiaracino, Executive Director of Children's Advocacy Centers of Illinois (CACI), as she sheds light on the importance of this awareness month and child abuse prevention in our Illinois communities. 💙 Read more: https://ow.ly/HIwo50RiCN5 #HappyReading #Blogging #BeTheGood #OneMissionOneVoice

Episode 6 Recap: Empowering Survivors 🌟 In this powerful episode, we shine a light on dedicated activists who are tirelessly fighting against domestic violence and sexual abuse. Hear their stories of advocacy, courage, and resilience as they empower survivors and advocate for change. Join us as we honor their unwavering commitment to creating a safer, more compassionate world for all. Together, let's stand in solidarity with survivors and amplify their voices. #EmpowerSurvivors #EndDomesticViolence #AdvocacyHeroes

Human trafficking is the exploitation of vulnerability, It occurs when someone takes advantage of a person's vulnerability, whether it's due to age, disability, economic status, or any of the factors listed above. Understanding the story is vital in aiding victims on their journey to justice. If you or someone you know are in need of free legal or social services, Texas Advocacy Project can help. Call 800.374.HOPE or fill out our intake form at TexasAdvocacyProject.org Share to make a difference! #StopAbuse #EndHumanTrafficking #SpreadAwareness

⭐ Why do we need Child Advocacy Centers? ⭐ CACs are how communities mount a coordinated response to allegations of child abuse. To understand what a CAC is, you must understand what children face without one. Without a CAC, a child may end up having to tell the worst story of his or her life over and over again, to doctors, police, lawyers, therapists, investigators, judges, and others. They may not get the help they need to heal once the investigation is over, either. Read our community report to learn more about why CAC’s are so important: https://lnkd.in/gKcqKxZt. #TraverseBayCAC #AllChildrenSafeandThriving #CommunityReport

#NationalCrimeVictimsRightsWeek2024 Keep in mind, each person has a part to play in supporting survivors of crime in Williams County. While you don’t need to possess all the answers or hold formal advocacy training, having fundamental guidelines and tips will greatly contribute to making a positive impact on a survivor’s journey to recovery and avoiding unintended harm. Victimization is more common than you might realize. Every day, you encounter survivors, whether you’re aware of them or not. You never know when the moment will arise that one of them will need your help. Here are some additional suggestions: empower the survivor to make their own decisions; refrain from pressuring them into a specific choice or advocating for a particular option. Only touch the survivor if granted permission to do so. Assist the survivor in preserving evidence if they desire and if applicable. Prioritize the survivor’s emotions over your own and maintain focus on their needs. Refrain from making promises to the survivor and avoid sharing incorrect information; it’s better to admit uncertainty and offer to find out. Have confidence in your ability to provide a compassionate response to the survivor; you don’t need to know everything, rely on your empathy and common sense. You’ve got this! For more information, please contact one of our advocates at Sarah’s Friends. #NCVRW2024 #YouAreNotAlone #SarahsFriendsSupport #HopeAndHealing #CrimePrevention #CommunityStrength