For Families
These resources are helpful for families in both preventing child sexual abuse and care once abuse has occurred. Partnering with parents is essential in preventing sexual abuse. Equipping parents with tools to facilitate conversations with their children will help the church holistically address prevention.
Books:
God Made All of Me: A Book to Help Children Protect Their Bodies
Justin and Lindsey Holcomb
Website:
SafeSecureKids.org provides free resources to help caregivers prevent sexual abuse and harassment by communicating with children about respect and consent. This information is for parents, caregivers, and teachers of elementary-aged children.
PDF downloads:
Hot Chocolate Talk Conversation Guide
This guide contains decades of research packed into practical, digestible advice and age-appropriate conversation starters to help parents feel comfortable talking with their child about personal safety—one of the most powerful ways to protect them from sexual abuse.
Caring for Kids: What Parents need to know about Sexual Abuse
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Child Sexual Abuse Fact Sheet for Parents
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
