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Resources

Safe and Strong Child©

The Safe & Strong Child© program from First Witness Child Advocacy Center is a body safety curriculum that has been provided in Southern Saint Louis County, Minnesota, for more than 25 years.

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Empower Me!

Empower Me! by the Jacob Wetterling Resource Center at Zero Abuse Project is a body safety curriculum for children designed for ages K-6th grade.

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Red Flag Green Flag©

Red Flag Green Flag© is a curriculum fostering early elementary-age children’s body ownership and personal boundaries.

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Research on Prevention Programs in Elementary Schools

The Minnesota Children's Alliance (Alliance) developed a research bibliography to review the existing evidence on prevention programs, including promising practices. There is no definitive list of best practices, but available research provides significant insight into program components that show the most promise for effective prevention education.

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Evidence-informed Practices in Prevention Programs

In 2024, the Alliance completed a process to identify and evaluate body safety education programs intended for elementary school-aged children to support education about and prevention of child sexual abuse.

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Prevention Updates

Safety Tips for Kids, Clubs, and Sports

Safety Tips for Kids, Clubs, and Sports

Ready, Set, Get Educated When kids return to school, they have the chance to join sports and clubs. These activities...

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The Current State of Child Abuse Prevention Programs

The Current State of Child Abuse Prevention Programs

It’s mid-August and that means the Back-to-School season is just around the corner! Parents, caregivers, and their children are stocking...

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Being a Safe Adult When a Child Discloses Abuse

Being a Safe Adult When a Child Discloses Abuse

Knowing how to respond when a child discloses harm is essential as a trusted, safe adult in a child’s life....

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Community Resources

Information on child abuse and maltreatment, reporting and protecting the children and adolescents in your life.

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Community Education

Safe and healthy kids need supportive communities. Learn more about the body safety curriculum for your community.

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