Safe Shores

From Bystander to Upstander
2026-04-01 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Virtual
A bystander is a person who witnesses a boundary violation or sees a situation where a child is vulnerable. Being prepared to intervene as a bystander is key to preventing child sexual abuse. In this training, you will learn how to be an active bystander in child sexual abuse prevention and response. You will receive examples of boundary violations and inappropriate behaviors, and how you can make spontaneous and planned interventions that reinforce boundaries and protect children.

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TRIGGER WARNING: This training contains a mix of survivor stories, expert advice, practical guidance for prevention of child sexual abuse, and other topics that you may find uncomfortable; triggering of your own experiences or may create uncomfortable thoughts or emotions. If you need support before, during, or after the training, please contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-HOPE (4673). This hotline is available in both English and Spanish, and we encourage you to utilize this resource as you see fit.

In-Person Stewards of Children® Training
2026-04-02 17:30 - 20:00 | Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center, 429 O Street NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
Stewards of Children® is an evidence-informed training that teaches adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Through interviews with child sexual abuse survivors, experts, and treatment providers, Stewards of Children® teaches adults practical actions they can take to reduce instances of child sexual abuse in their organizations, families, and communities.

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TRIGGER WARNING: This training contains a mix of survivor stories, expert advice, practical guidance for prevention of child sexual abuse, and other topics that you may find uncomfortable; triggering of your own experiences or may create uncomfortable thoughts or emotions. If you need support before, during, or after the training, please contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-HOPE (4673). This hotline is available in both English and Spanish, and we encourage you to utilize this resource as you see fit.

Guardianes de los niños®
2026-04-07 17:30 - 20:00 | Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center, 429 O Street NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
Esta capacitación, enseña a los adultos a prevenir, reconocer y reaccionar de manera responsable ante el abuso sexual infantil. El programa está diseñado para individuos preocupados por la seguridad de los niños, así como para organizaciones que brindan servicios a la juventud. La capacitación incluye la discusión sobre temas críticos en la prevención del abuso sexual y la relevancia de estos temas en nuestras comunidades por medio de un video que comparte las voces de sobrevivientes y expertos en el tema.

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ADVERTENCIA: Esta capacitación contiene una combinación de historias de sobrevivientes, consejos de expertos, orientación práctica para la prevención del abuso sexual infantil y otros temas que pueden resultarle incómodos; desencadenar sus propias experiencias o puede crear pensamientos o emociones incómodas. Si necesita ayuda antes, durante o después de la capacitación, comuníquese con la línea directa nacional de agresión sexual al 800-656-HOPE (4673). Esta línea directa está disponible en inglés y español, y lo alentamos a utilizar este recurso como mejor le parezca.

Coffee for Kids (Virtual)
2026-04-09 08:30 - 09:30 | Virtual
Tour our thoughtfully designed, child-friendly, victim-focused facility, meet our team, and learn firsthand how Safe Shores works to provide intervention, hope and healing for children and families affected by abuse, trauma, and violence in the District.

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Espectadores que Protegen a los Niños de Violaciones de Limites y Abuso Sexual
2026-04-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Entrenamiento suplementario que se basa y fortalece el contenido en los Guardianes de los niños y se enfoca en la habilidad de intervención de espectadores. Proporciona habilidades para que los adultos intervengan cuando alguien cruza los límites del niño y explora el importante papel del espectador en la prevención del abuso sexual infantil.

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ADVERTENCIA: Esta capacitación contiene una combinación de historias de sobrevivientes, consejos de expertos, orientación práctica para la prevención del abuso sexual infantil y otros temas que pueden resultarle incómodos; desencadenar sus propias experiencias o puede crear pensamientos o emociones incómodas. Si necesita ayuda antes, durante o después de la capacitación, comuníquese con la línea directa nacional de agresión sexual al 800-656-HOPE (4673). Esta línea directa está disponible en inglés y español, y lo alentamos a utilizar este recurso como mejor le parezca.

Conversations About Safety from Abuse (Virtual)
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Having age-appropriate, open conversations about our bodies, sex, and boundaries is an important step in protecting children from sexual abuse. Talking about personal safety and sex creates a protective bond between parent and child, increases confidence for both, and instills knowledge that makes children and teens much less vulnerable. In this workshop, you will learn how to talk with and listen to children about sexual abuse and personal safety.

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TRIGGER WARNING: This training contains a mix of survivor stories, expert advice, practical guidance for prevention of child sexual abuse, and other topics that you may find uncomfortable; triggering of your own experiences or may create uncomfortable thoughts or emotions. If you need support before, during, or after the training, please contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-HOPE (4673). This hotline is available in both English and Spanish, and we encourage you to utilize this resource as you see fit.

Hablando con los Niños Sobre la Seguridad Contra el Abuso Sexual
2026-04-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual

Guardianes de los niños®
2026-04-17 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-20 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-30 17:30 - 20:00 | Virtual

Virtual Stewards of Children® Training
2026-04-18 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-23 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-04-27 10:00 - 12:30 | Virtual

The Power of Play! Safe Shores 30th Anniversary Event
2026-04-21 17:30 - 21:00 | Capital Turnaround, 700 M St SE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20003, United States
30 Years. One Purpose: Keeping Children Safe, Seen, and Heard

Join Safe Shores — The DC Children’s Advocacy Center for The Power of Play! — an evening of purposeful fun for grown-ups, designed to spark joy, inspire action, and invest in the childhood every child deserves. Every ticket and sponsorship helps provide trauma-responsive services for children and families, and prevention programs across DC.Say yes to play — and to protecting children.

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Consent, Healthy Touch & Boundaries
2026-04-22 12:00 - 13:00
Knowing about child sexual abuse makes us more mindful about how we interact with children. Healthy affection and touch are protective from child sexual abuse especially with parents, caregivers, and family members. This training teaches you some guidelines for healthy touch and safe, respectful ways to interact with children.

During the training, you will hear compelling stories from experts and survivors about being an active bystander. You will also:

Receive some guidelines for healthy touch at home and in youth-serving settings.

Learn how to balance children’s needs for warmth and affection with safe, respectful ways of interacting.

Learn about healthy sexual development in children so we can identify normal and abnormal touching behaviors.

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TRIGGER WARNING: This training contains a mix of survivor stories, expert advice, practical guidance for prevention of child sexual abuse, and other topics that you may find uncomfortable; triggering of your own experiences or may create uncomfortable thoughts or emotions. If you need support before, during, or after the training, please contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-HOPE (4673). This hotline is available in both English and Spanish, and we encourage you to utilize this resource as you see fit.

Contacto Saludable para Niños y Jóvenes
2026-04-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
El afecto y el tacto saludables protegen contra el abuso sexual infantil, especialmente con los padres, cuidadores y miembros de la familia. Sobre la base de la educación brindada en Stewards of Children®, la capacitación basada en evidencia de Darkness to Light sobre la prevención, el reconocimiento y la respuesta responsable al abuso sexual infantil, esta capacitación le enseña algunas pautas para un contacto saludable y formas seguras y respetuosas de interactuar con los niños. . Se recomienda que los participantes completen Stewards of Children® antes de tomar el curso.

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ADVERTENCIA: Esta capacitación contiene una combinación de historias de sobrevivientes, consejos de expertos, orientación práctica para la prevención del abuso sexual infantil y otros temas que pueden resultarle incómodos; desencadenar sus propias experiencias o puede crear pensamientos o emociones incómodas. Si necesita ayuda antes, durante o después de la capacitación, comuníquese con la línea directa nacional de agresión sexual al 800-656-HOPE (4673). Esta línea directa está disponible en inglés y español, y lo alentamos a utilizar este recurso como mejor le parezca.

NetSmartz: Internet Safety for Parents, Guardians & Communities
2026-04-28 12:00 - 13:30
The NetSmartz Internet Safety training assists adults—such as parents, caregivers, and teachers—in safeguarding children’s online safety. It offers best practices for managing online safety issues and provides resources to help adults handle the risks children encounter online.

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