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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 parent, here are the other ways you can be One With Courage:

Learn the signs and symptoms of abuse
Educate your children about child abuse in an age-appropriate way. If you’re uncertain how to approach it, contact your child’s physician, teacher, or a local children’s advocacy center (CAC) to learn about ways to have this discussion
Start a conversation with responsible family members, other parents, teachers and coaches about the signs and symptoms of abuse
Download the One With Courage banner ads and have them placed on your child’s school’s website or your personal blog/website
Report abuse when it’s suspected- Contact law enforcement or child protective services to get help.
Encourage friends and family to join the One With Courage campaign by visiting www.onewithcourage.org
Download and share this printable document (pdf) about the signs of abuse
Contact your local CAC to see how you can help in the fight against child abuse.
Be One With Courage’s friend on Facebook
Follow One With Courage on Twitter
Subscribe to NCA’s newsletter here
Volunteer with your local CAC
Serve on the board at your local CAC