Categories: Misc, Other, Our Perspective

Teenagers – Can’t Live With ‘Em; Can’t Live Without ‘Em

“Another possible source of guidance for teenagers is television, but television’s message has always been that the need for truth, wisdom and world peace pales by comparison with the need for a toothpaste that offers whiter teeth *and* fresher breath.”– Dave Berry     The teenage years can be difficult, both for teens and for …

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Categories: Misc, Other

Greenville, Texas – A Partner in Prevention

We are thrilled to welcome the city of Greenville, Texas as a new Darkness to Light Partner in Prevention! To become a Partner, Greenville trained 90% of city staff and volunteers in D2L’s Stewards of Children prevention training. Authorized facilitator, Cher Perry, is beyond excited about this fantastic achievement. She shares, “In one week, I …

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Categories: Misc, Other, YMCA

Junior League and YMCA Work Together to End Abuse

Springfield, MO – The Junior League of Springfield MO is paving the way for child sexual abuse prevention. New president, Susie Turner, is spearheading an initiative to implement D2L’s Stewards of Children training in the southwest Missouri. Turner says, “Having a community of 600 trained volunteer women creates the ability to make an impact.” This …

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The Evolution of CSA: Cyberbullying

Guest blog by Hannah Murphy with blufirePR Just like the times, child sexual abuse (CSA) is evolving and the spectrum of interpersonal mistreatment is expanding.  We are in the midst of a digital age where our phones are an extension of our arms, keeping us constantly connected to one another, and the Internet is a …

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Categories: Misc, Other

PA YMCAs working to end child sexual abuse

YMCA of Reading & Berks County take child protection seriously, which is why they have spent the last 4 months training 357 of its staff, board, and volunteers in Stewards of Children. Now the Y is ready to send their facilitators out in the community to deliver prevention training to churches, schools, businesses, and others …

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