Message Regarding Our COVID-19 Policies

Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center is committed to being a safe, helpful, and trustworthy resource, available to everyone who needs our services and support. Due to COVID-19, we are observing federal and local government public health protection guidelines. Upon arrival, visitors will complete a COVID-19 screening (questions and temperature check) and may be asked to wear a mask. If you have recently had COVID-19, you must wear a mask on the premises for the full 10 days from the date of exposure or infection, consistent with DC Health Department and CDC guidance.

To report suspected child abuse in the District of Columbia call 1-202-671-SAFE(7233)
To report suspected internet crimes against children, contact report.cybertip.org

Hablando con los Niños Sobre la Seguridad Contra el Abuso Sexual

Virtual

Tener conversaciones abiertas y apropiadas para la edad sobre nuestros cuerpos, género y límites es un paso importante para proteger a los niños del abuso sexual. En este taller, aprenderá cómo hablar y escuchar a los niños sobre el abuso sexual y la seguridad personal. Registrarse aquí.

Talking with Children about Safety from Sexual Abuse

Virtual

Having age-appropriate, open conversations about our bodies, sex, and boundaries is an important step in protecting children from sexual abuse. In this workshop, you will learn how to talk with and listen to children about sexual abuse and personal safety. Register here.

Contacto Saludable para Niños y Jóvenes

Virtual

El afecto y el tacto saludables protegen contra el abuso sexual infantil, especialmente con los padres, cuidadores y miembros de la familia. Esta capacitación le enseña algunas pautas para un contacto saludable y formas seguras y respetuosas de interactuar con los niños. Registrarse aquí.

Healthy Touch for Children and Youth

Virtual

Healthy affection and touch are protective against 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. Register here.

Contacto Saludable para Niños y Jóvenes

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,...

Free

Healthy Touch for Children and Youth

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...

Free

Virtual Talking With Children About Safety from Sexual Abuse

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...

Free