No clear line separates normative from problematic sexual behavior. Sexual behavior in childhood and adolescence occurs on a continuum, from typical, to concerning, to problematic. In this presentation, you will hear from professionals who work with children with problematic sexual behaviors and their families on a daily basis. Participants will learn the facts, misconceptions, andContinue reading "Problematic Sexual Behaviors (PSB)"
Every day connections are more important than we ever believed. Science tells us that relationships have the power to shape our brains. Relationships help us learn better, work better, parent better. When we experience tough times, relationships help us heal. With each connection, we develop a healthier, stronger community. Connections Matter is a training designedContinue reading "Connections Matter in Early Childhood"
Join the CACSC by wearing blue every Friday in April to raise awareness and show your support for child abuse prevention Wear BLUE, Pose & Post. Pose for a selfie wearing blue and Post the photo on social media & tag our Facebook or Instagram with the hashtags #goblueforkskids, #WearBlueDay2023 and #GoBlueICT. Example: "I #WearBlueDay2023Continue reading "Blue Friday- Wear Blue to show support!"
HOPE is a new way of seeing and talking about experiences that support children’s growth and development into healthy, resilient adults. Based in the “Science of the Positive” research, the Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences training provides participants an overview of the HOPE framework and the research behind how Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) mitigate theContinue reading "Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences"
Join us for our annual Take Back the Night community fair, rally, and march. Come learn about amazing resources in the community, show your support for survivors, and be aContinue reading "Take Back the Night"
Step Up for KIDS is a timed or untimed 5K run and Memorial Walk that benefits the Kansas Infant Death and SIDS Network. The 20th annual event will take place in person on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at Wichita's Old Cowtown Museum, 1865 W. Museum Blvd. Registration includes a T-shirt (guaranteed if registered by AprilContinue reading "Step UP for KIDS and Memorial Walk 2023"
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FREE DAY OF PRAYER RESOURCES 29th Annual Blue Sunday - A Day of Prayer for Abused Children and Those Who Rescue Them - For Immediate Release April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and to remember the millions of children who are victims of abuse/neglect, Blue Sunday Child Abuse Prevention isContinue reading "National Blue Sunday Day of Prayer for Abused Children"
El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a celebration every day of children, families, and reading that culminates yearly on April 30. The celebration emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Día is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizesContinue reading "El Día de los Niños"
Save the date! Our Changing a Child’s Life gold tournament will be on May 1, 2023. To become a sponsor or sign up a team, please contact Jessica Eck, jeck@cacsckansas.org or 316-660-9441.
25th Annual Crime Victims' Rights Conference May 3 - 4, 2023 and the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence & Children's Advocacy Centers of Kansas Preconference Institute May 2, 2023. WHO SHOULD ATTEND Child abuse/prevention professionals Corrections-based staff County/District/Municipal Attorney staff County/District/Municipal Court staff Education professionals Law Enforcement officers and administrators Mental health professionalsContinue reading "2023 Kansas Crime Victims’ Rights Conference"
This training will provide a brief recap of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) followed by a screening of Resilience, a film that chronicles the promising beginnings of a national movement to prevent childhood trauma, treat toxic stress, and greatly improve the health of future generations. We will end with group discussion on family and community resilienceContinue reading "ACEs and Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope"
Every day connections are more important than we ever believed. Science tells us that relationships have the power to shape our brains. Relationships help us learn better, work better, parent better. When we experience tough times, relationships help us heal. With each connection, we develop a healthier, stronger community. Connections Matter is a training designedContinue reading "Connections Matter in Early Childhood- Day 1"
