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Protect Children From Sexual Abuse – The Child Athlete Bill of Rights
Parents, athletes, coaches, attorneys, and a number of organizations have been urging the US Congress to protect children from sexual abuse by passing a bill titled “The Child Athlete Bill of Rights” for years. The bill would protect children from abuse and exploitation in sports by guaranteeing them fair play, positive coaching and training… Read More »
Olympic Coaches Expelled Over Sexual Abuse Claims Still Work With Kids
When allegations of sexual abuse claims surfaced against more than a dozen Olympic coaches over the last few years, many were quick to condemn the individuals and demand their removal from the coaching community. Yet, as of this writing, many of these same coaches are still working with children – some even working with… Read More »
Suspected Sacramento County Serial Child Sex Predator Arrested
A California man suspected of being a serial child sex predator has been arrested and charged with allegedly coercing several children into creating online sexual content. The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Demetrius Carl Davis, allegedly persuaded the minors to produce pornographic images and videos of themselves. Demetrius has been charged under the California penal… Read More »
Child Molestation Allegations Against Fortuna High School Teacher
Charges of alleged child molestation led to the arrest of A Fortuna California high school teacher. He was arrested on Thursday for allegedly engaging in sexual crimes with students. Police say that the teacher, identified as 56-year-old Gary Landergen, had inappropriately groped and fondled at least two students of Fortuna High School. Gary has… Read More »
Child Sexual Exploitation – Protecting Children From Online Sexual Predators
Online child sexual exploitation involves the use of technology to exploit a child for sexual purposes. The internet has revolutionized the way we live our lives. It has given us the ability to communicate with people all over the world, shop online, and access information instantaneously. While there are many benefits to using technology,… Read More »
Signs That a Child Has Been Sexually Abused
What Are Some of the Signs That a Child Has Been Sexually Abused? There is no one sign that can definitively indicate that a child has been sexually abused. However, there are several behaviors that may suggest that a child has been victimized in this way. These behaviors can include but are not limited… Read More »
The Reality of Child Sexual Misconduct in California Schools
Allegations of sexual misconduct by instructors and employees at the Thacher School school have been made for about 40 years, including the rape of an adolescent pupil. Blossom Pidduck, the 47-year-old head of the beleaguered boarding school Thacher School, has taken a leave of absence following another publication of sexual assault claims at the… Read More »
Sexual Assault and Harassment Lawsuits in Uber and Lyft
Uber and Lyft’s growth has come at a price, with incidents of sexual assault occurring due to a lack of safety precautions in this largely uncontrolled sector. In the past, these companies have suffered legal repercussions in part because of their inability to adequately safeguard passengers and drivers from unwanted sexual approaches or outright… Read More »
Identifying and Protecting Your Children from Sexual Trauma
Sexual trauma is a pervasive problem that has a significant impact on children. Studies have shown that as many as one in ten children will experience some form of sexual abuse or assault before they reach the age of 18. This problem can have a long-term impact on a child’s physical, emotional, and psychological… Read More »
Sexual Abuse in California Schools
As parents, we have a fundamental obligation to protect our children from harm such as sexual abuse in California schools. In California, we put our children in the hands of the city’s education system when we send them to school. Teachers assume parental duties and are responsible for the safety and well-being of all… Read More »
