Youth Protection Basics: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse
According to the organization RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network), when an individual “intentionally harms a minor physically, psychologically, sexually, or by acts of neglect, the crime is known as child abuse. Child sexual abuse is a form of child abuse that includes sexual activity with a minor.”
Many individuals struggle to understand the prevalence and gravity of child sexual abuse in the United States. The statistics are shocking, but awareness is key to preventing, recognizing and stopping child sexual abuse. Explore these fast facts to better understand the impact of CSA.
Step 1: Determine if your organization is at risk
- Self-Assessment: Client and Participant Safety *Must be logged in to navigate to this page.
- Participant and Activities Risk Assessment Checklist
- Monitoring Area Assessment Checklist
- Program Safety Management System Assessment Checklist
Step 2: Understand the importance of retaining records permanently
Step 3: Set your policies and procedures
Step 4: Determine who you will use for background screening
Organizations like Intellicorp can help with your background screening needs.
Step 5: Determine what kind of training your organization needs
Step 6: Establish how you will monitor and supervise your programs
Step 7: Create an abuse specific crisis response plan