If you haven't heard the news, we are celebrating a new chapter at Darkness to Light with our award-winning training, reignited vision, and steadfast leadership to light the path forward for generations to come! 🎉
Having played a pivotal part in shaping the organization’s history, our very own Rhonda Newton is now assuming the official roles of Darkness to Light’s CEO and Senior Director of Curriculum.
Rhonda brings over a decade of experience as an educator, curriculum specialist, and instructional designer at K-12 and university levels to our work. Joining Darkness to Light in September 2020, she spearheaded the development of the new version of our flagship training, Stewards of Children®.
Join us in celebrating this incredible milestone! We are so fortunate to have Rhonda as a guiding force behind Darkness to Light, and we invite you to watch a special message from her as we embark on this exciting journey together. ✨👇
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Once the court becomes involved in the decision making process regarding your child's future the next few steps that you take as a parent(s) or guardian(s) are crucial to there being a successful resolution of the parenting issues that were brought to the court's attention by one or both of the parties.
For example, whether or not you need to hire an attorney to represent your interest. And because of the conflictual relationship that usually exists between the parties involved in the domestic relationship, there are probably other issues that have to be resolved as well.
For instance, who should be the custodial parent? What might visitation rights look like? How are decisions affecting the child to be made? What happens if one parent or legal guardian moves out of state? What about child support payments?
Many of these kinds of questions are likely to be the subject of conversation and deliberation between the parent(s) and/or guardian(s) and the court in determining what is in the best interest of the child.
That is why it is so important to choose the right Child and Family Investigator should you need the services of an independent, impartial, and objective fact finder like me, who can obtain the information the court uses in making its final decision relevant to your child's welfare.
Children deserve to be protected from any and all types of abuse and the Stewards of Children Training I have received from Darkness to Light, has enabled me to use my skills to help in this regard.
Bumper stickers are a unique and powerful way to educate everyone about parenting and prevent child abuse five, ten, twenty, fifty years down the road. At stoplights drivers and passengers point, smile, and nod. Conversations begin and often a phone is used to take a photo of the sticker right at the stoplight. Presumably, they are being shared on social media. It's wonderful to see!
Sets of the stickers can be put in holders and placed on counters and tables so folks can select one or more for their cars. Visit www.advancingparenting.org to request this free resource. Use a computer...our website is not optimized for phones. Please share.
Stories for Change is Venus Morris Griffin’s way of giving back to the community. She’s currently launching a month-long grant campaign to give $1,000 to a deserving non-profit organization. Nominate your organization and learn more here: https://bit.ly/3r0YsGK
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We envision a world in which adults form prevention-oriented communities that protect the child’s right to a healthy childhood. Our work empowers adults and organizations to bring best-practices in child safety to their own communities. We do this through full-service child protection training, research, and consulting. Our goal is to provide evidence-informed, culturally appropriate, comprehensiv
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10/03/2023
Attention Friends! Darkness to Light is an Isle of Palms Connector Run and Walk for the Child 2023 beneficiary!
If you are looking to support our work, and the work of the many organizations throughout the protecting children, join us THIS weekend for the .
Darkness to Light will be onsite for the Post Race Celebration! For more event details and registration visit www.ioprun.com. You can save $5 on registration using the code: $5BENE23
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🏃🏽♀️: 5K, 10K, fun family walk or run
🗓: October 7, 2023
📍: Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms S.C.
🎉: Revelry Brewing (21+), Award Ceremony, Fairy Hair, Live Music & More
09/23/2023
Darkness to Light was founded in as a local movement to protect children and families from sexual abuse nearly 25 years ago. While our reach has expanded, we are honored to participate in local events and have the support of such a strong community. 💛
Board Member Lena McIlwain represented Darkness to Light earlier this month at the Charleston RiverDogs' Game of Give, where she had the incredible opportunity to educate the public on what we are doing to . ⚾💪
09/21/2023
Netflix's eye-opening documentary on the Boy Scouts is now streaming and is a must-see as we continue our collective fight against .
Darkness to Light stands with and commends the brave voices featured in this film. The willingness of survivors, advocates, and experts, including some of our partners and friends, to share their stories on such a large platform sends a powerful message of strength, hope, and light. ✨
Haven't watched it yet? Join us in spreading awareness about the impact of , changing the narrative, and standing together to .
Scouts Honor: The Secret Files of the Boy Scouts of America | Official Trailer | Netflix Survivors, whistleblowers and experts recount the Boy Scouts of America’s decadeslong cover-up of sexual abuse cases and its heartbreaking impact.SUBSCRIBE: ...
09/14/2023
Meet Our 2023 TCS NYC Marathon Team! ⤵️
We're thrilled to introduce you to our incredible team of advocates like Jaimé! 🎉 Jaimé understands the power of sharing our stories and the benefits physical fitness can bring to the healing process. He works with foster and probation youth in California and uses his stories of completing marathons and triathlons to inspire the youth to strive for a better tomorrow.
Jaimé says he believes in the work that Darkness to Light is doing and will continue running for the children as long as his legs carry him.
Join us in cheering for Jaimé and our incredible team: https://ow.ly/4QTA50PLKuu
09/09/2023
We know that adverse childhood experiences, like child sexual abuse, can increase the risk of lifetime impacts such as depression, anxiety, and even suicidal thoughts.
This ***dePreventionMonth, we are empowering adults across the nation on how to recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Through education, awareness, and the proper tools, we can help break the cycle, foster hope, and support those in need.
Learn more and get trained ➡️ www.thenewstewards.org
You and your well-being matter! If you need help or support, please call 988, the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline.
08/30/2023
Today, we are joining many organizations across the U.S. on to talk about safety! ✏️🏫🎒
Join us between 2-3 pm EST on the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children Twitter!
08/29/2023
When you’re making your back-to-school list, don’t forget to add safety! The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children will be hosting a discussion about making safety a priority as kids head back to school.
➡️ Join us Wednesday, Aug. 30, between 2-3 pm EST.
08/24/2023
Meet Our 2023 TCS NYC Marathon Team! ⤵️
We're thrilled to introduce you to our incredible team of advocates like Courtney! 🎉 Courtney is running for those who cannot run, those who have been silenced, and those still trapped in the darkness. Courtney hopes to illuminate the path toward healing and justice by raising awareness and funds, bringing light to those who need it most.
Join us in cheering for Courtney and our incredible team: https://ow.ly/1zoL50PCEH3
08/19/2023
Our friends at the Carousel Center hosted an appreciation day for Authorized Facilitators to kick-start using the NEW ! With over 20 Re-Authorized Facilitators, this incredible group of child advocates is instrumental in bringing to communities throughout North Carolina.
08/17/2023
1 in 10 children will be sexually abused before their 18th birthday, but YOU can help break the cycle.
Supporting means providing powerful and proven training to your community and beyond.
It's not too late to help us reach our goal! Learn more about your impact and make a here 👉 VISIT: bit.ly/D2Lgiving 📱
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08/17/2023
🕯️✨ Darkness to Light stands united with you and thousands of other advocates in our fight to end child sexual abuse.
What was born in 2000 as a local effort for the community has grown into a globally recognized organization training over 2.2 million adults.
On this National Nonprofit Day, your support fuels our efforts to break the silence and provide adults with the tools they need to protect children.
Will you help us reach the next million?
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National Nonprofit Day 2023 Your support changes lives, and with a generous gift in honor of National Non-profit Day, you will help Darkness to Light and our partners deliver our training to countless communities.
08/15/2023
Meet Our 2023 TCS NYC Marathon Team! ⤵️
We're thrilled to introduce you to our incredible team of advocates like Katie! 🎉 As an avid runner for over 20 years, it has been a lifelong dream for Katie to run the . Currently serving as the development director for the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation, Katie is running on behalf of Darkness to Light because she is passionate about child advocacy programs and initiatives highlighting sexual abuse, trafficking education, and prevention.
Join us in cheering for Katie and our incredible team as they train and raise funds to support our mission: https://ow.ly/cpxC50Pz3Wk
08/04/2023
Hello August, Hello Back-to-School Season 👋🍎✏️ As a parent or educator, now is a great time to ask questions about the rules in the classroom, the school’s child protection policies, and how teachers work to minimize the opportunity for abuse to occur.
Get the conversation started with these tips:
Back to School: Classroom Safety Educators partner with parents to help teach kids the skills they need to succeed and prepare your child for the future. This includes caring for, supervising, and ultimately protecting students in their care. As mandatory reporters, teachers are crucial to protecting kids. In fact, school personnel...
08/01/2023
Did you know Darkness to Light offers one of the only evidence-informed, adult-focused, child sexual abuse prevention trainings in the United States proven to increase knowledge and change behavior?
Learn more about taking into your here:
The NEW Stewards of Children® The NEW Stewards of Children® is the same proven framework that has created millions of safe adults to-date, with significant updates that have been made to introduce new survivors and experts, the latest statistics and technology and enhanced learning methods and tools.
07/28/2023
Reminder: If you or someone you know is going through a difficult time, seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. 💙🌟
The most common and immediate consequence of child sexual abuse is emotional and mental health issues. Let's check in on those around us and together create a compassionate and safe space for survivors to heal and thrive.
07/26/2023
Meet Our 2023 TCS NYC Marathon Team! ⤵️
We're thrilled to introduce you to our incredible team of advocates like Emma! 🎉 As an equity, diversity, and inclusion practitioner, Emma is running on behalf of Darkness to Light because she believes in creating a society where we consciously choose to keep children safe.
Join us in cheering for Emma and our incredible team as they train and raise funds to support our mission: https://ow.ly/orei50PlH1W
📣 Calling our Authorized Facilitators...
Here's a special unboxing for YOU 🎉 NEW Stewards of Children® materials, including the Facilitator Workshop Kit, are now available! 👉 Log into your Facilitator Dashboard to order your materials today.
Still haven't authorized in the NEW version of our flagship training? 🗓️ Workshops are available throughout the year! Learn more at thenewstewards.org 💪
07/18/2023
When it comes to safety at camps and youth-serving organizations, remember that asking questions and being informed is crucial!
As kids attend their final camps this summer and parents and counselors start thinking about how to improve experiences next year, here are some key questions to consider:
➡️ Does the camp run background checks? If so, what do they look for?
➡️ Do they have a code of conduct that includes limiting opportunities for one-on-one situations with adults or other children?
➡️ Is staff trained in child sexual abuse prevention? What are their reporting policies?
For more information on , including our American Camp Association-endorsed training, visit d2l.org/camp.
In a world full of constant distractions, overwhelming news, and endless scrolling...
◽Pause
◽Take a deep breath
◽ Remind yourself that you are enough
Darkness to Light stands with survivors of sexual abuse. Your voice matters, your voice is heard, and you have the power to keep moving forward. 🤍
07/07/2023
🗽 Ready to make a difference? We have teamed up with the prestigious New York Marathon as an official charity partner for this year's race!
🏃 Support our incredible runners as they embody the spirit of unity, resilience, and compassion while making a difference and spreading our vision of a world free from child sexual abuse.
🤝 Click the link below to learn more and support our efforts.
🏁 https://p2p.onecause.com/nycmarathon23/home
The 2023 NYC Marathon + Darkness to Light DARKNESS TO LIGHT SELECTED AS A 2023 TCS NEW YORK CITY MARATHON CHARITY PARTNER
Happy July! Summer is an exciting time for kids and families, and with camps, outdoor activities, vacations, and plenty of time in the sun, it is important to prioritize . ☀️🍉⛱️🍦
Check out our Summer Safety Mini-Guide with GoNoodle for outdoor and at-home safety tips: www.d2l.org/blog
06/29/2023
The NEW Stewards of Children® is officially here, and we are proud to say that our workshop dates have consistently filled up! This incredible response means even more adults and communities are equipped to prevent and recognize child sexual abuse.
Read Reason 5 of our 5 Reasons Why to learn more about how we've enhanced our platforms and the user experience in the NEW version of our flagship training.
“5 Reasons Why” The NEW Stewards of Children®: Updated Platform and User Experience #5: It Has an Updated Platform and User Experience | The user experience is an important part of delivering education that is well received and acted upon. Through technology updates and training best practice enhancements, the NEW Stewards of Children® delivers a better experience for all. Definin...
06/24/2023
June is Internet Safety Month, and our friends at the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children have the tools you need to keep children safe as they enjoy social media, livestreaming, gaming, and more! 📱💻
Let's work together to create a safer online experience for children:
Internet Safety Month: Toolkit From NCMEC Our friends at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children have shared their Internet Safety Toolkit!
06/22/2023
Did you know our facilitators play a vital role in ?
With representation across all 50 states and in 115 countries, Darkness to Light Authorized Facilitators train parents, child advocates, educators, and leaders throughout their community to prevent and react responsibly to .
Are you interested in making prevention possible for your community? Become a facilitator today: https://ow.ly/60n650OUm3M
Get Trained | The NEW Stewards of Children® Darkness to Light equips and empowers adults to build safe environments that protect children from sexual abuse, through trauma and evidence informed prevention education.
06/15/2023
We are thrilled to welcome Esports Tower as a new Darkness to Light Partner in Prevention! 🎮 ⬇️
“We take our responsibility to protect and educate young athletes very seriously, and completing this training program is an important step in our ongoing efforts to create a safe and supportive community for all," said David Adams CEO of Esports Tower.
Our Partner in Prevention designation is for organizations or businesses that have committed the time and effort to educate themselves on preventing, recognizing, and reacting responsibly to child sexual abuse.
Learn more at the link below.
Esports Tower - A New Partner in Prevention We are thrilled to welcome the Esports Towers as a new Darkness to Light Partner in Prevention! Esports Tower, the global esports training and...
06/10/2023
Next week we are hosting watch parties for the NEW Stewards of Children®!
If you are an Authorized Facilitator and have not had the chance to preview the new version of our flagship training, join us on June 12 and 14. We will view the videos that are used for the new training, welcome any questions regarding the Re-Authorizatoin process, and celebrate our big win at the Telly Awards!
June 12 Registration ➡️ https://bit.ly/StewardsWatchParty1
June 14 Registration ➡️ https://bit.ly/StewardsWatchParty2
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: NEW Stewards of Children, Watch Party for Facilitators. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Help us celebrate our Telly Award wins! Several of our facilitators have not yet had the chance to preview The NEW Stewards of Children. This is your chance to view the videos that are used for the new training. We will follow with a Q & A should you need any more information on reauthorization or d...
With a powerful network of over 13,000 Authorized Facilitators, our training equips organizations, parents, and leaders to recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.
🌎 Guided by the vision of a world free from child sexual abuse, we believe in the power of our prevention programming. What's your reason why?
👉 Learn more at thenewstewards.org
06/03/2023
ALL kids, especially our most vulnerable youth, deserve to be safe from harm.
We know that LGB youth are 4x more likely to experience CSA. So how can we be an ally and provide safe spaces for all?
- Follow the lead of the person you are talking to.
- Stay curious.
- Do not make assumptions about the other person.
- If you make a mistake, correct yourself and move on.
- Be supportive.
Learn more: http://ow.ly/qYfx50OEPRe
06/01/2023
Big news...we won TWO ! 🏆🏆
Our team is excited to announce that the NEW version of our proven training, Stewards of Children®, took home Silver in Non-Broadcast - Charitable AND Bronze in Non-Broadcast - Education & Training during the 44th Annual Telly Awards.
This is an incredible achievement, and we are grateful for the efforts and contributions of the courageous survivors, fearless advocates, and dedicated professionals who made it all possible.
Together, we are bringing much-needed training to communities in an empathetic, trauma-informed, research-driven way! Learn more:
The NEW Stewards of Children® Wins Big | 44th Annual Telly Awards Darkness to Light's NEW Stewards of Children® has been awarded Best in Non-Broadcast - Charitable AND Best in Non-Broadcast - Education & Training during the record-breaking 44th Annual Telly Awards! Stewards of Children® is one of the only evidence-informed, adult-focused, child sexual abuse prev...
With the help of community leaders and passionate advocates, we equip adults and organizations with the courage and tools they need to protect children.
🌎 Our work is guided by the vision of a world free from child sexual abuse. What's your reason why?
👉 Learn more at thenewstewards.org
05/25/2023
Today is .
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This day honors the commitment to help locate and recover missing kids by reminding us that EVERY child deserves a safe childhood.
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We stand by our partners at the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Be a child advocate and join us in supporting the critical mission of .
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Learn more at missingkids.org
05/24/2023
DAILY REMINDER:
🌟 You matter
🌟 You are loved
🌟 You are not alone
No matter what, you are worthy of hope, happiness, and healing. You are !
05/16/2023
Talking about tough topics with the children in your life isn't fun, but ALWAYS worth it. Open and honest conversations are essential for their understanding, growth, and well-being. 💬
Watch this webinar from Child Safety Pledge on how to use children's books to talk about tough topics. 📚 ⬇️
Parents Chat: Using Children’s Books to Talk About Tough Topics Child Safety Pledge exists to help parents and caregivers keep their children safe. We believe that with a little commitment, engagement, and a willingness t...
Have you thanked a teacher this week? 🎓✏️🎒 We want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for the incredible teachers and educators dedicating their lives to children. 🍎📚📝 YOU are the unsung heroes in our communities, providing guidance, knowledge, and safety. YOU go above and beyond for the lives and futures of countless children. YOU make a difference.
05/11/2023
The NEW Stewards of Children® was officially released one month ago, and we are thrilled by the outcomes so far! Read Reason 4 of our 5 Reasons Why to learn more about how we've incorporated learning and practices that best engage social behavior change, a proven successful method.
http://ow.ly/KG3K50Om0Mi
“5 Reasons Why” The NEW Stewards of Children®: Theory of Change #4: It Better Engages the Theory of Social Behavioral Change | By more closely aligning with Darkness to Light's Theory of Change, this training incorporates learning and practices that best engage social behavior change, a proven method of successful prevention. What is the Theory of Change? Child....
04/23/2023
is here, and we are raising awareness with our weekly question, Fact or Fiction! Test your knowledge of and red flag behaviors because knowing the facts is the first step in .
🔴 Fact OR Fiction: It is difficult for perpetrators to gain access to kids online...
❎ FICTION. Perpetrators will often pretend to be someone they aren’t to gain access to kids online. They will pretend to share similar interests, manipulating them online to gain trust. Know who your kids are talking to online.
04/21/2023
Are you ready to join our mission to prevent child sexual abuse? Have you considered becoming a Darkness to Light Authorized Facilitator to deliver our prevention programming to others in your organization, home or community?
With the official release of our NEW Stewards of Children®, there is no better time to join us! Learn more and get started today at www.thenewstewards.org.
The NEW Stewards of Children® The NEW Stewards of Children® is the same proven framework that has created millions of safe adults to-date, with significant updates that have been made to introduce new survivors and experts, the latest statistics and technology and enhanced learning methods and tools.
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