Child Maltreatment
Recognize, RESPOND and Report Child Abuse
Arkansas leads the nation in the number of traumatized children. Northwest Arkansas leads the state in number of reported cases of child abuse. In 2019, Benton County alone reported 392 confirmed cases. Learn how to recognize, respond, and report when you suspect a child is being abused. Length: 90-120 minutes, also available in Spanish
Trauma
Resilience: The Biology of Stress & The Science of Hope
Multi award-winning documentary about one of the most critical public health threats of a generation – toxic stress. This one-hour film delves into the sciences of the Adverse Childhood Experiences study (ACEs) and the birth of a new movement to treat and prevent toxic stress. Hear how experts and practitioners are using cutting-edge science to help the next generation break the cycles of adversity and disease. Empower your organization to host a screening to enlighten others and stop the spread of toxic stress.
Prevention
Youth – Body Safety & Prevention
- Kindergarten – 3rd Grade
- 4th Grade – 6th Grade
- 7th Grade- 9th Grade
- 9th Grade – 12th Grade
Presentation geared towards specific age groups that focus on personal safety to reduce vulnerability in an empowering and positive way. Length: approx. 40 minutes
Organizations – A Safer Sanctuary and Within Your Walls: Building Blocks for YSOs
Specifically developed to assist the faith communities and youth-serving organizations in developing policy and procedures to protect themselves from allegations and situations of abuse. Length: 90-120 minutes
CAC Awareness
Find out what we do, who we are, and ways to get involved and make a difference in our community. Length: 60 minutes
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The Children’s Advocacy Center of Benton County is an approved provider for the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE), Arkansas Professional Development Registry (PDR), and the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (CLEST).