Giving money to prevent sexual abuse is great, but educating yourself and others is even more important.

Darkness to Light produced this downloadable .PDF, 7 Steps to Protecting Our Children, which discusses how to recognize and reduce risks of sexual abuse in your community with specific focus on these seven points:

1. Learn the facts
2. Minimize opportunity
3. Talk about it
4. Stay alert
5. Make a plan
6. Act on suspicions
7. Get involved

Also consider this online training class to become a better steward of children, especially if you’re a coach, volunteer, teacher, clergy, and most importantly a parent.