Stomp Out The Silence

Standing UP and Speaking OUT to Stomp OUT Childhood Sexual Abuse. Our focus is:
EDUCATION
PUBLIC AWARENESS/VISIBILITY
INFLUENCING PUBLIC POLICY & LEGISLATION

[Stomp Out The Silence @StompSilence]

Local prevention services & programs are critical during times of crisis to ensure parents have the tools to manage stress & keep their children safe. Congress must increase #COVID19 funding to #CAPTA #CBCAP now. Make #GreatChildhoods happen ##CAPMonth @PCAAmerica @RepWexton

[Stomp Out The Silence @StompSilence]

Helpful tips to protect our children.
#StompOuttheSilence

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

Sometimes, it happens. You need someone to watch your kids but none of your regular babysitters are available. What do you do? Here are some tips on how to minimize opportunity. #ItTakesCourage https://t.co/res2tauN1k

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

"Not addressing the elephant in the room doesn't make it go away. It actually perpetuates the problem. We must be willing to break through the silence & shame and start talking about #childsexualabuse." - @RutherfordCac #ItTakesCourage https://t.co/HBT4ukQbRo

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

We know adults can help prevent #childsexualabuse. You don't have to be an expert or have a special degree. Any adult, with the right education and a little bit of courage, can prevent child sexual abuse. Learn how to join the movement: https://t.co/FSMkKrwRSm #ItTakesCourage

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

"Every adult would benefit from this training...you can take it to your work. You want to make sure you are protecting anyone you serve, but most importantly, I really wish I would have had this training when I raised by children." #StewardsofChildren https://t.co/h8559ndUpm

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

People who sexually abuse kids, do not look or speak in any way that would identify them as offenders. They’re hard to spot, but they’re not in disguise. They look like you and me. The most important thing you can do is trust your gut. https://t.co/7KUQXtMkSE

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

The 50-Year Secret, an @ABC7News exclusive documentary, aims to help victims heal & hold the powerful accountable: "“You know, there’s something very liberating about stopping the secrets." @ABC7Jay See the full documentary here: https://t.co/8URtxyXsNU

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

"When reporters use the term "underage women" rather than "girls" despite the fact that some were as young as 14 when the alleged crimes took place...it does a disservice to those who were harmed, & obscures the issue of child abuse. " @IdahoCTF @PNS_News https://t.co/hJAl7oBeIU

[MaleSurvivor @MaleSurvivorORG]

The Epstein case is not an outlier. Child sex trafficking is 'pervasive' in the U.S. https://t.co/waVF3ipDvd

[National Sexual Violence Resource Center @NSVRC]

The case is an example of how money can buy silence and how sexual abusers can be protected by those with great power. https://t.co/W5it5swbSM

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

As a parent, you’re investing time, money, & energy in your child & their success at every level of competition. How do you set your athlete up to ensure their boundaries are respected? Learn how to help create & reinforce a safe culture. #YouthSportsDay https://t.co/nrzgXyTEc3

[NPR @NPR]

JUST IN: R. Kelly will remain locked up while he awaits trial on federal charges that he filmed himself sexually abusing minors and then tried to destroy evidence of his crimes, a judge has decided.

He pleaded not guilty to the charges in court today.

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

Offenders don't have to be billionaires or world-renowned doctors. They could be teachers, family members, or friends. But the #grooming process will look similar. The good news is by knowing what to look for, you can intervene in the process. https://t.co/3BNxtK1x6A

[Simon Ostler @SimonOstler]

UPDATE: Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard to face trial in sex assault case https://t.co/D0sl3Ya8q6 @MarkCarcGlobal

[TMZ @TMZ]

UPDATE: R. Kelly indictment says women and girls "were not permitted to leave their room without receiving permission from Kelly, including to eat or go to the bathroom" https://t.co/zxcw3bTHd7

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

People who are sexually attracted to kids, do not look or speak in any way that would identify them as offenders. They’re hard to spot, but they’re not in disguise. They look like you and me. The most important thing you can do is trust your gut. https://t.co/7KUQXtMkSE

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

It’s a common misconception that what happens to you in the past, is just that, in the past. Childhood experiences have a tremendous impact on your future as it relates to lifelong health issues. Learn more about #ACEs below. #ItTakesCourage https://t.co/yaAN0flLn6

[Darkness to Light @Darkness2Light]

You are not alone. If you need to talk, call 866-FOR-LIGHT or text LIGHT to 741741 to speak with a trained counselor, 24/7. All conversations are confidential.

[Chuck Schumer @SenSchumer]

These are human beings, not political pawns. They are coming to America in search of a better life. It’s time you start remembering what America is all about, @realDonaldTrump.