Recording of live webinar on 9/20/18
Description:
With frequent news stories describing abusive behavior from adults in youth-serving institutions, this webinar brings real-life questions from parents and other caring adults concerned with warning sign behaviors in a coach, faith leader or school employee. Policies and procedures should be required in every youth serving organization, but even when they are provided to both staff and guardians, there is still uncertainty about how to speak up and take action before a child is harmed. Through sharing helpline letters, we’ll discuss ways caregivers and even other professionals can start the conversation with a school, faith-based institution or sports club about safety. We’ll review key topics that every caregiver should ask their school or program about, and also explore communication tips to address warning signs and inappropriate behaviors with professional adults caring for children. This webinar will build confidence to recognize and respond to unsafe behaviors occurring in a youth-serving setting.
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If you need help with a personal situation, please reach out to our Helpline (stopitnow.org/get-immediate-help), (1.888.PREVENT). Chat and email service is also available. Please also visit our website (stopitnow.org) for additional free resources, materials, and support.
Users ages 14-21 with concerns can contact WhatsOK (whatsok.org). WhatsOK is a website and helpline that offers free, confidential support and resources to youth and young adults with concerns about safe and healthy sexual thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
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