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Here’s good information on the facts and signs of sexual abuse, normal sexual behavior, and offender behaviors.
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What if your child is being sexually abused? Here’s how to help your child and how to report the abuse.
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You need to talk openly to your child about sexual abuse, early and often. But what to say? Here’s help.
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cfchildren Committee for Children @cfchildren ·
16 Mar

Growing up is hard. Kids need their families, teachers, and communities to support their social-emotional well-being so they can thrive. This #KidDay, tell a young person in your life why they matter: https://youtube.com/shorts/9iPtyTQxx6Y?feature=share @CampFireNHQ

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cfchildren Committee for Children @cfchildren ·
15 Mar

Educators don't get the praise they deserve, especially those teaching kids valuable life skills. We want to change that. That's why we're launching the inaugural @2ndStepProgram Educator of the Year awards! Learn more: https://www.cfchildren.org/press/press-releases/inaugural-second-step-educator-of-the-year-awards-social-emotional-learning/

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cfcadvocacy Committee for Children Advocacy @cfcadvocacy ·
14 Mar

We as a country must invest in child sexual abuse prevention research. Take 2 minutes to ask your lawmakers to include $10 million in funding for the Division of Violence Prevention at the CDC to research child sexual abuse prevention.

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