Prevention

Prevention Resources

Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers Article "A Reasonable Approach:  Reshaping Sex Offender Policy to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse"

Council of State Governments:  "Sex Offender Management Policy In the States:  Strengthening Policy and Practice"

Darkness to Light: Their mission is to Empower People to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse.  Their programs raise awareness of the prevalence and consequences of child sexual abuse by educating adults about the steps they can take to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to the reality of child sexual abuse.

National Sexual Violence Resource Center Child Sexual Abuse prevention packet This expanded factsheet provides an overview of child sexual abuse prevention and offers resources and answers the following questions:

• What is child sexual abuse?
• How common is child sexual abuse?
• Who are the victims of child sexual abuse?
• Who are the perpetrators of child sexual abuse?
• What are the warning signs that a child may be sexually abused?
• Risk factors for the perpetration of child sexual abuse?
• How can I reduce the risk of children being abused?

National Center for Victims of Crime information on child sex abuse

Lauren's Kids Their mission is to prevent sexual abuse through awareness and education, and to help survivors heal with guidance and support.

National Coalition to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation National Plan 2012 The National Plan provides practical steps that individuals, organizations, businesses and policymakers can implement to promote positive youth development and prevent child sexual abuse and exploitation.