child abuse

The economic burden of child maltreatment in the United States and implications for prevention.

Gonna Make it Music video

Lyrics focus on incest and drugs facilitate sexual assault. 4-minute VHS or DVD. Rap music performed by J-Saint and Kelly B.

This documentary follows Angela Shelton (filmmaker) as she travels across the country to discover that 24 out of 40 women that share the name Angela Shelton have also experienced sexual violence in their lifetime. DVD

Prevention and Intervention of Sexual Violence in Schools: Talking About “It”

Discusses the problem of sexual violence in schools, approaches and strategies to prevention and changing behaviors, what to do after an incident, how to start a dialogue about sexual violence, and resources. Includes a 27-page booklet. Available in web-based format as a PDF document (free).

Preventing Child and Youth Sexual Harassment, Abuse, and Assault: A Resource for Iowa Families

Provides information on resources and approaches to prevent sexual violence. Includes a 42-page resource guide. Available in web-based format as a PDF document (free).

Early Childhood Healthy Sexuality and Abuse Prevention Training of Trainers

Certifies trainers in two programs (Nurturing Healthy Sexual Development & Care for Kids: A Healthy Sexuality and Abuse Prevention Program) that may help prevent child sexual abuse. Training workshops required for curriculum use. Please contact RCastle@pcavt.org for more information.

Mi Cuerpo Es Mio / It’s My Body

Provides a description of how adults can talk to children about sexual abuse in a manner that children can understand and feel comfortable. This is a 32-page book for children (ages 3-8). Book teaches two “touching codes” for children to use in uneasy situations.

El Problema con Los Secretos / The Trouble with Secrets

Focuses on teaching children the difference between good secrets and bad secrets. Also helps children understand how to respond to difficult situations. This is a 32-page book for children (ages 3 to 8).

Tres Formas de Tocar / Three Kinds of Touches

Children learn how to be safe by distinguishing between different types of touch.

It’s My Body

Provides a description of how adults can talk to children about sexual abuse in a manner that children can understand and feel comfortable. 32-page book for children (ages 3-8). Book teaches two “touching codes” for children to use in uneasy situations.