Library of Resources
We know that lack of information is a key barrier in taking a step to prevent child sexual abuse. That's why we've also made available a searchable database of the resources used by our Helpline staff as an additional tool for understanding child sexual abuse and taking actions to prevent it. While we carefully review each resource, inclusion in this library does not mean that we endorse or recommend the resource. Please review any resource carefully for relevance to your own personal situation.
To find resources, enter the title, a portion of the title or any key word to bring up all relevant resources.
Please note that we are always happy to learn of a new resource for sexual abuse prevention and invite anyone to forward resources to us for review.
Title |
Description |
|---|---|
| Crimes Against Children Research Center (UNH) |
Provides research and statistics to the public, policy makers, law enforcement personnel, and other child welfare practitioners about the nature and impact of crimes against children. |
| Crime Victim Services Directory: Office for Victims of Crime |
Directory of resources for victims of crime including legal, financial and emotional assistance. Includes glossary of terms. |
| Crime Victim Assistance Directory (1.855.4VICTIM): National Center for Victims of Crime |
Directory of available local victim assistance resources, including legal, financial and emotional aid. Also includes an attorney referral line. National helpline available by dialing 1.855.4VICTIM at 1.855.484.2846, chat also available nationwide through their website. |
| Creating Safer Environments for Children (Commit To Kids) |
Resources and tools for creating safe and abuse free enviroments for parents and organizations. French available. |
| Creating a Safe Place for Children and Youth in Communities of Faith (Zero Abuse Project) |
Suggested questions about policies and practices for faith-based communities to design safe environments. |
| Court Appointed Special Advocate Association (CASA): Organization |
A network of trained volunteers representing the best interests of abused and neglected children in the courtroom and other settings. |
| Coping with the Shock of Intrafamilial Sexual Abuse (National Child Traumatic Stress Network) |
Information for families, individuals and professionals addressing sex abuse behaviors among family members. |
| Consumers Guide to Therapist Shopping (Male Survivor) |
Empowering and informative discussion about the process of choosing professional support for adult survivors of sexual abuse. Appropriate for both men and women. |
| Considering Family Reconnection and Reunification after Child Sexual Abuse: A Road Map for Advocates and Service Providers (NSVRC) |
Pamphlet guiding professionals who work with families of children who have experienced sexual abuse on specific considerations that need to be made when thinking about family reunification with the individual (child or adult) who has engaged in abusive behavior. |
| Consent for Kids: Video |
Child-friendly video that teaches kids about consent. |
| Connect Safely: Organization |
Webpage for parents, teens, educators, advocates, and concerned adults about the impact of the social Web. Safety tips available in Spanish. |
| Commercial Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Trafficking of Children and Youth: A Prevention and Intervention Resource Guide for Educators, Parents and Community Members (K12.wa.us) |
Guide for educators, parents, and community members in preventing, recognizing, responding to, and intervening with children who are being trafficked sexually. Focus on children as victims of a crime, not perpetrators. Includes definitions of terms, warning signs, reporting methods, and organizations (Washington-based) that can help. |
| Codependents of Sex Addicts (COSA): Organization |
Support group for people whose lives have been affected by a loved one's compulsive sexual behaviors or sex addiction. |
| Coalition To Abolish Slavery (CAST): Organization |
LA-based organization advocating to abolish slavery and human trafficking, and provides assistance and support to survivors including therapy, shelter, and legal help. Hotline can be reached at: 1.888.KEY.2.FRE(EDOM) or 1.888.539.2373 |
| Club Care Campaign: USA Gymnastics |
USA gymnastic's program to keep children and youth safe in extra-curricular and competitive gymnastic's environments. |
| Clergy as Mandatory Reporters of Child Abuse and Neglect: Summary of State Laws (Child Welfare and Information Gateway) |
State statutes fact sheet with information on when and in what states clergy members (including priests, rabbis, ministers, and other religious practitioners) are required to report child abuse. |
| Citizens United for the Rehabilitation of Errants - Sex Offenders Restored Through Treatment (CURE-SORT): Organization |
Information, resources, and referrals for adults offending or at-risk to offend. |
| Christian Pedophile: Organization |
Resource for Christian pedophiles who are non-offending and are looking to lead lives according to the teachings of Jesus. |
| Children with Sexual Behavior Problems (ATSA) |
Facts and information page about Children with Sexual Behavior Problems. |
| Childhelp (1.800.4ACHILD): Organization |
Provides 24/7 assistance in 170 languages to adults, children and youth with information and questions regarding child abuse. All calls are anonymous and confidential. |