Redwood Institute - Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

It's important to follow Rule #3 - No Favoritism - for many different reasons. Select all that apply:

Favoritism is a way abusers groom children. Showing favoritism is not consistent with our organization's core values. Favoritism makes child development and behavior management much more difficult.

Rule #2 is No Alone Time. If you need to have a private conversation with a child, which of the following is the best solution?

Have a private conversation with the child that is observable and reportable by other staff members, "Private talk. Public view."

Which of the following could be warning signs of peer-to-peer abuse? Select all that apply.

Older children "befriending" a younger peer Power imbalances related to size or temperament Gender imbalances - for example several older boys spending time with a younger girl Children avoiding certain other children, or faking illnesses to be able to stay home

When is the appropriate time to report suspicions of abuse to your supervisor?

Report possible abuse as soon as you suspect it.

For child sexual abuse to happen, abusers need three things. What are they?

Access. Privacy. Control.

Peer-to-peer child sexual abuse is often an act of power and dominance.

True

What is the number one reason we must play close attention to rule breaking to prevent child sexual abuse?

Because you are much more likely to catch an abuser breaking the rules than abusing a child, and reporting rule breaking can prevent abuse.

If a child in your program needs to leave your location to use the bathroom, which of the following actions is most appropriate?

Bring another child or employee with you so you are not alone with the child

Rule #4 - No Outside Contact - means that you should not do things like babysit or offer rides home for the kids in your program. What should you do if you already had a relationship with a child outside of the organization?

Discuss it with your supervisor

Parents are important allies in the fight against child sexual abuse. Which of the following is an appropriate way to involve parents?

Explain the rules you are required to abide. Share questions the parent can ask to make sure their child is not being abused. Suggest parents take a community child sexual abuse training like Darkness to Light.

If a child confides in you that they have been or are being abused, you should question them about their experiences and record their answers.

False

When you report rule breaking, you are accusing that person of child sexual abuse.

False

Consider Rule #1 = No Inappropriate Touch. Which of the following is an example of appropriate touch?

Giving a child a side hug

Abusers use grooming to lower a child's inhibitions for sexual activity. Which of the following are examples of grooming tactics? (select all that apply)

Giving one child a special gift Having a child sit on your lap Giving a child a cigarette Telling an adult-themed joke

Which of the following is true about grooming? (select all that apply)

Grooming can last anywhere from a few days to several years. Abusers we grooming to build an emotional and personal connection with a child. Abusers often groom the child's parents and other employees or community members.

Which of the following are examples of sexual abuse? (select all that apply)

Masturbating in front of a child Showing a child pornographic materials Engaging in indecent exposure or exhibitionism

Statistically, 1 in 10 children will be a victim of child sexual abuse. How does this statistically apply to your organization?

It's very relevant. Child sexual abuse is prevalent everywhere. There's a strong likelihood a child at my organization may have been a victim of abuse.

Under the Mandatory Reporting Law, you have a legal obligation to do which of the following?

Report any reasonable suspicion of child abuse or neglect

Though no child is immune from sexual abuse, certain factors can put children at a higher risk. Select all of the following factors that can contribute to a higher risk of child sexual abuse.

Single parent or foster home situations Socioeconomic status Witnessing or being victim to a crime

The term "stranger danger" is not an effective way to identify abusers, because most children are abused by...

Someone the child knows and trusts

Using inappropriate language creates an environment that desensitizes children to words and topics that are not appropriate for them, which could make them more susceptible to abuse. Select all of the following choices that could be considered inappropriate language.

Talking about your personal dating experience or parties you've attended Curse words Using pet names like "sweetie" and "honey" Talking about adult topics in front of children

In addition to looking out for rule breaking and inappropriate behavior at your organization, there are things you can do to protect children in the community. Select one or more of the following things that you can commit to doing in your community.

Talking openly about the issue of child sexual abuse to raise awareness Share the knowledge you've gained through this training Look out for signs of child sexual abuse in children outside of your organization

Which is the definition of a situational abuser?

The abuser does not target children to abuse, but rather takes advantage of an opportunity like being with a child changing in a bathroom.

If a child confides in you that they have been or are being abused, it's important to tell them that you believe them and will help them.

True

Which phrase was described as the key to preventing child sexual abuse?

You won't catch an abuser abusing, but you will catch them breaking rules