The Redwoods Group

Wearing blue today to honor our commitemnt of preventing child abuse. #ChildAbusePreventionMonth #WearBlueDay2025

Join us tomorrow, Friday, April 4th by wearing blue to stand in solidarity with child abuse prevention efforts. #ChildAbusePreventionMonth #WearBlueDay2025

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to come together to raise awareness and focus on preventing child abuse. We are committed to providing safety tips and resources throughout the month to help you take proactive steps to protect children and create safer communities for all.   Spotlight of the Week: Hiring and Training • Screening & Hiring Through a Child Abuse Prevention Lens http://bit.ly/4hZIw1U • Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Online Training: Overview & Discussion Questions https://bit.ly/4cebNVj #ChildAbusePreventionMonth #DarknessToLight

“Relationships in kids lives are like the roots of a tree. If those roots are strong, then those kids can grow and thrive.” - @SearchInstitute Your words matter. Join us today for Absolutely Incredible #KidDay®. Tell the young people in your life how amazing they are!

In order to run an effective after-school program, it's important that all staff are adequately trained. This includes not just during onboarding training, but frequently throughout the season. Here are a few of our training courses and short activities you can use during your staff meetings. https://lnkd.in/gcCswjf4 #ChildSafety

As after-school programs kick off, it's crucial to ensure that all staff and volunteers are well-versed in your organization’s child sexual abuse prevention policies and procedures. This preparation is key to recognizing warning signs of abuse and knowing the appropriate steps to take if they encounter any concerns. Empower your team with the knowledge they need to protect the children in your care. Check out these essential questions that your staff and volunteers should be ready to answer:  https://lnkd.in/ezXV53Kc #ChildSafety #AfterSchoolPrograms #ChildProtection 

Did you know that bullying can lead to peer-to-peer abuse? As we head back to school, it's crucial to create safe, supportive environments in youth-serving organizations for all our students. To help you foster a culture where bullying is not tolerated, we've prepared a short, impactful activity for your next staff meeting. This exercise will encourage your team to think through potential bullying scenarios and explore effective intervention strategies. Let's work together to ensure our after-school programs are safe havens for every child. https://lnkd.in/ga7ucg36

As summer winds down, it's essential to take a moment to debrief and gather feedback from your lifeguards. This process not only helps in recognizing their accomplishments but also in identifying areas for improvement and reflecting on your department's goals. To assist you, we've compiled a list of sample questions to facilitate meaningful debriefing sessions with your team. Let's ensure we continue to grow and excel together! https://lnkd.in/ed7ePuHy #AquaticSafety

This summer, let's prioritize safety and awareness! As we continue to see peer-to-peer abuse incidents, it's crucial to take proactive steps in prevention. To help make peer-to-peer abuse prevention a priority, we've created a short activity for your next staff meeting. This activity will guide your team in identifying locations where such incidents may occur and discuss strategies for better supervision. Download the activity now and join us in fostering a safer environment for everyone. https://lnkd.in/eaEPH3sN #AbusePrevention

When an aquatic event occurs, we often see that the lifeguard’s first instinct is shock, denial, and disbelief. Use our short video and discussion questions with your lifeguards to discuss the importance of them engaging in regular, real training to build their auto-pilot response. https://lnkd.in/eJiVW83V #AquaticSafety