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How can I be One with Courage?

Child sexual abuse is a crime of secrecy which, tragically, breeds within our communities because it’s difficult to talk about. That’s why conversation—openly discussing this issue—is the most effective tool we have to eradicate child abuse. You can be One With Courage simply by pushing discomfort and fear aside to talk openly about this issue, to start a dialogue about it, and to combat the secrecy that enables child abuse. You can be the One With Courage to inspire others to talk openly about it. We believe that the eradication of child abuse begins with building informed, empowered communities with the courage to talk openly about child abuse. Please click on the links below to learn other ways you can be the One With Courage.

As a teacher, here are additional ways you can be One With Courage:

Learn the signs and symptoms of abuse and educate others
Start a conversation with colleagues, administrators, and parents about the signs and symptoms of abuse
Report abuse when it’s suspected - Contact law enforcement or child protective services to get help.
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Encourage colleagues and school administrators to join the One With Courage campaign by distributing the campaign materials in new teacher materials, to student teachers, during in-service days and in the teachers’ lounge

Download the One With Courage banner ads and have them placed on your school’s website or your personal blog/website
Download and share this printable document about the signs of abuse (PDF).
Contact your local children’s advocacy center (CAC) to learn more about the children’s advocacy center model and meet the local professionals working on this tough issue. Ask how your local CAC can help you with a prevention curriculum in your school.
Be One With Courage’s friend on Facebook and follow them on Twitter
Volunteer or serve on the board at your local CAC