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Our vision is for all children to be
treated with kindness, dignity and respect.
Missouri KidsFirst empowers adults to protect children from abuse and neglect through community education, professional training, and child advocacy.
SAFE-CARE
Missouri KidsFirst manages the SAFE-CARE (Sexual Assault Forensic Examination-Child Abuse Resource and Education) network. SAFE-CARE is Missouri’s medical response to child abuse.
PREVENTION
Although we would like to prevent child abuse and neglect from ever occurring, we believe that adults must also be educated and empowered to recognize and react responsibly to child abuse.
POLICY
Missouri KidsFirst advocates in the Missouri General Assembly for policies and statewide funding for programs that protect and prioritize the safety and well-being of children.
MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING
Missouri KidsFirst manages Missouri’s Child Abuse and Neglect, Mandated Reporter Training (free and online). We also provide in person mandated training to organizations for a fee.
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Missouri KidsFirst is a delighted to be a gold co-sponsor of Empower Missouri's 2020 Racial Equity Summit: An Online Gathering of Advocates THIS Friday, November 20 from 12-2 PM. Registration is free and we encourage you to join us. Register for the Online Summit today! https://empowermissouri.org/events/2020-racial-equity-summit-an-online-gathering-of-advocates/
Empower MO is a longtime friend and partner, particularly in our policy and advocacy work. The summit’s keynote speaker is Rev. Starsky Wilson. Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson is a pastor, philanthropist and activist, current president & CEO of Deaconess Foundation and incoming president and CEO of the Children’s Defense Fund. Rev. Dr. Wilson is a national thought leader in racial justice, community organizing, and movement building.
Empower MO is a longtime friend and partner, particularly in our policy and advocacy work. The summit’s keynote speaker is Rev. Starsky Wilson. Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson is a pastor, philanthropist and activist, current president & CEO of Deaconess Foundation and incoming president and CEO of the Children’s Defense Fund. Rev. Dr. Wilson is a national thought leader in racial justice, community organizing, and movement building.
Empower Missouri
You still have a week left to sign up for our Racial Equity Summit.
WHEN: Friday, November 20th at 1pm
Registration is free thanks to a generous Platinum Level Co-Sponsorship from Maxine Clark and Bob Fox and the Deaconess Foundation
Learn more and sign up here: https://empowermissouri.org/events/2020-racial-equity-summit-an-online-gathering-of-advocates/
WHEN: Friday, November 20th at 1pm
Registration is free thanks to a generous Platinum Level Co-Sponsorship from Maxine Clark and Bob Fox and the Deaconess Foundation
Learn more and sign up here: https://empowermissouri.org/events/2020-racial-equity-summit-an-online-gathering-of-advocates/
Internet safety and monitoring is not about prying or spying. It is about being an involved parent! As adults, we must take the necessary steps to keep children and teens safe. Remember, the best line of defense is to communicate with your child. Honest, open conversations become a two-way street for sharing dangers and behaviors that increase risk and allow your child a safe place and time to discuss their online behaviors with you. If your child does encounter unsafe behavior online (such as malicious messages or inappropriate pictures or material), report the activity to your local law enforcement or the Cybertipline at 800-843-5678. #Essential4Kids #internetsafetyforkids
With more schools returning to virtual learning, check out our #Essential4Kids flyer for school professionals which includes tips for protecting kids virtually. One tip? Let students know you are a supportive, caring adult in their lives by checking in regularly and providing encouraging messages. Thank you to all of our educators for continuing to support our children during these challenging times! Educators are #Essential4Kids
https://essential4kids.org/digital-flyers
https://essential4kids.org/digital-flyers
Please join our very own Jenny Dodson-Weihl, Authorized Stewards of Children Facilitator THIS Wednesday, November 11 at 5:30pm for a free (virtual) Stewards of Children child sexual abuse prevention training sponsored by The Novel Neighbor bookstore in Webster Groves, Missouri!
Spots are limited so register TODAY at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/126819373159
One in 10 children will be sexually abused by the time they turn 18. Stewards of Children was created by Darkness to Light, a nonprofit dedicated to the prevention of child sexual abuse. It is the only nationally available program proven to increase knowledge, improve attitudes and change child protective behaviors. This training goes beyond mandatory reporting training to empower adults to prevent, recognize and react responsibly if they suspect abuse.
Interested in a virtual training for your community or organization? Contact Jenny at mostewards@missourikidsfirst.org.
Spots are limited so register TODAY at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/126819373159
One in 10 children will be sexually abused by the time they turn 18. Stewards of Children was created by Darkness to Light, a nonprofit dedicated to the prevention of child sexual abuse. It is the only nationally available program proven to increase knowledge, improve attitudes and change child protective behaviors. This training goes beyond mandatory reporting training to empower adults to prevent, recognize and react responsibly if they suspect abuse.
Interested in a virtual training for your community or organization? Contact Jenny at mostewards@missourikidsfirst.org.
Stewards of Children Training-Sponsored by the Novel Neighbor
Stewards of Children is a prevention training that teaches adults how to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.
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Missouri KidsFirst will join our #moleg child advocacy partners at tomorrow's hearing. It will be live streamed: https://house.mo.gov/AllHearings.aspx?nid=5455
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1 week ago
Happening today at 12 PM! Sign up now! https://t.co/b3wo5j1EJg
Happening today at 12 PM! Sign up now! https://t.co/b3wo5j1EJg
Empower Missouri
@EmpowerMissouri
You still have time to sign up for our Racial Equity Summit tomorrow.
Registration is FREE!
https://t.co/s8TllPcjZ4 https://t.co/AUQ8rWE7Aj
You still have time to sign up for our Racial Equity Summit tomorrow.
Registration is FREE!
https://t.co/s8TllPcjZ4 https://t.co/AUQ8rWE7Aj
1 week ago
During stay-at-home orders, about 30% of sexually abused kids are quarantined with their abuser. This kept us awake at night. That's why we developed our newest training, Protecting Children During a Crisis... and did we mention it's free?
Check it out: https://t.co/fdJdF7UqnI
During stay-at-home orders, about 30% of sexually abused kids are quarantined with their abuser. This kept us awake at night. That's why we developed our newest training, Protecting Children During a Crisis... and did we mention it's free?
Check it out: https://t.co/fdJdF7UqnI
2 weeks ago
We are delighted to be a gold sponsor of @EmpowerMissouri's 2020 Racial Equity Summit Friday from 12-2 PM. The summit’s keynote speaker is @RevDrStarsky, currently of @deaconessfound & incoming president/CEO @ChildDefender. Registration is free. Join us! https://t.co/ZyLgHSB1Id
We are delighted to be a gold sponsor of @EmpowerMissouri's 2020 Racial Equity Summit Friday from 12-2 PM. The summit’s keynote speaker is @RevDrStarsky, currently of @deaconessfound & incoming president/CEO @ChildDefender. Registration is free. Join us! https://t.co/ZyLgHSB1Id
3 weeks ago
Missouri KidsFirst will join our #moleg child advocacy partners tomorrow at the Capitol for a hearing on child abuse occurring in unlicensed residential facilities across our state. It will be live streamed: https://t.co/G3RwrkMW2t https://t.co/TewWkHE5fO
Missouri KidsFirst will join our #moleg child advocacy partners tomorrow at the Capitol for a hearing on child abuse occurring in unlicensed residential facilities across our state. It will be live streamed: https://t.co/G3RwrkMW2t https://t.co/TewWkHE5fO
4 weeks ago
Visit our 2020 Election Resources page to find a voter guide compiled by our policy team to help you better understand the issues that impact our nation’s children and families and make your own decisions on the ballot. https://t.co/mY2SoAiFgV
Visit our 2020 Election Resources page to find a voter guide compiled by our policy team to help you better understand the issues that impact our nation’s children and families and make your own decisions on the ballot. https://t.co/mY2SoAiFgV
4 weeks ago
Tomorrow is Election Day! If you haven't already voted, do you have a plan for voting? Being an informed voter is a crucial step in the voting process. Check out @PCAAmerica's 2020 Voter Guide for information on this year's election: https://t.co/JTrj2yaPUg
Tomorrow is Election Day! If you haven't already voted, do you have a plan for voting? Being an informed voter is a crucial step in the voting process. Check out @PCAAmerica's 2020 Voter Guide for information on this year's election: https://t.co/JTrj2yaPUg
OUR STORY
Missouri KidsFirst primarily leads and supports communities in abuse prevention, provides training to multi-disciplinary team members engaged in child protection, and advocates public policies that address and prevent child abuse.
