Prevention Education
The Center Offers Leading Training Programs To Our Community To Educate Both Children And Adults On What They Need To Know.
If interested, please contact our Education Coordinator, Deborah Vonnahme, at 270-783-4357 or at d.vonnahmen@bracac.org.
ROAR
ROAR is a fun and interactive lesson about body safety, targeted toward Pre-K and kindergarten age children. With the help of a lion named Rex, we teach children that our bodies are private, how to say no to unwanted touch, and how to use our voice to speak up when abuse does occur, using the Rules of ROARing:
- R: Remember, privates are private
- O: Okay to say no
- A: Always talk about secrets
- R: Raise your voice and tell someone
In the presentation, ROAR facilitations only use the words “private parts;” no other words or specific language is used. Through the ROAR program, it is our hope that teaching age-appropriate prevention will help our students feel powerful, prepared, and protected.
The statistics for the state of Kentucky show that 1 in 9 children will be sexually abused by their 18th birthday. Please join our efforts to ensure that our children in the Barren River Region know how to protect themselves.
Are They Good For Your Kids?
This training covers child sexual abuse prevalence, grooming behaviors, and strategies for prevention in communities, workplaces, and homes.
As parents and caregivers, the people we bring into our lives impact not only us, but our children as well. There are several things to consider when introducing a new friend, love interest, coach, or childcare provider into our children’s lives! Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky offers advice and guidance.
Community Approach to Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect
Preventing child abuse and neglect is a shared responsibility and it starts with a strong, informed community. This session explores the many forms of prevention and the vital role every community member plays in creating safe, nurturing environments for children. Participants will gain insight into the root causes and risk factors of abuse and neglect, and learn how collective action can strengthen families and support prevention efforts. Together, we can build a culture of protection, connection, and care.
Community Approach to Preventing Abusive Head Trauma and Promoting Safe Sleep
Oftentimes child fatalities and near fatalities at the hands of caregivers are preventable and can even be unintentional. This workshop will explore practical steps that individuals and communities can take to help caregivers create safer environments for infants and children. Key topics will include an overview of Abusive Head Trauma and safe sleep practices. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of these issues and learn about accessible tools and resources that can support prevention efforts to protect young lives.
ARE THEY GOOD FOR YOUR KIDS?: A Community Approach to Preventing Child Sexual Abuse
Child sexual abuse is preventable when adults are informed, empowered, and proactive. This workshop centers on Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky's Are They Good for Your Kids? campaign, offering practical tools, resources, and knowledge to help adults protect children in their lives and communities. Participants will learn how to recognize grooming behaviors, understand healthy sexual development in children, and take concrete steps to create safer environments. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, or community member, this session will equip you with the insight and strategies to make a lasting difference in a child's life.
LEAN on Me Kentucky
Lean On Me Kentucky is more than a campaign it's a movement and a call to action for every Kentuckian to play a role in creating safe, supportive communities where children and families can thrive. This interactive session empowers participants to become Community Supporters by embracing the principles of Listening, Empathy, Affirmation, and Non-Judgment. Attendees will learn how to foster environments that strengthen families, reduce risk factors, and promote protective factors helping prevent crises before they occur. Join us to discover how small, compassionate actions can make a big difference.