Prevention Education
PREVENTION IS PROTECTION
Protecting children from sexual abuse is not just possible—it’s proven!
Research shows that up to 95% of cases are preventable through awareness, education, and actionable tools .
Trees of Hope has empowered thousands through our workshops—both in person and online—with the knowledge needed to recognize warning signs, break the cycle of grooming, and safeguard their families.
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Prevention Workshop
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Prevention Workshop
Schedule an Onsite Prevention Workshop
Our interactive, two-hour workshop equips adults—parents, church volunteers, educators, corporate teams—with vital insights and practical strategies to identify and prevent child sexual abuse:
What qualifies as contact vs. non‑contact abuse
Definitions and examples of sexual abuse
Recognizing the grooming process
Spotting behavioral and physical symptoms
Understanding the link between pornography and abuse
Starting honest, age‑appropriate conversations with kids
Knowing when and how to act if abuse is suspected
Perfect for churches, schools, civic groups, or workplaces—schedule yours by reaching out today
Watch Our Online Prevention Workshop
For parents and caregivers looking for flexibility, our self-paced Prevent Online seminar, led by Nicole Escobar and Holly Fregin, covers the same essential content—available from the comfort of home.
You’ll receive a physical copy of our Prevent Magazine (shipping applies), and have access to:
In-depth training on grooming, symptoms, and protective conversations
Practical next steps if abuse is suspected
Exclusive tools to engage and equip your family
Prevention starts with awareness, and parents are the first line of defense.
Prevent is a beautifully designed magazine created specifically for parents and caregivers who want to protect the children in their lives from sexual abuse. Whether you’re navigating early conversations about body safety or guiding teens through complex situations, Prevent offers you the tools, language, and confidence to lead the way.
Inside, you’ll find:
Key warning signs of grooming and abuse
Guidance on how to have age-appropriate conversations
Practical tips to build a culture of safety and trust
Biblical encouragement and truth to support your role as protector and advocate
Whether you're a new parent or a seasoned caregiver, this resource equips you with the knowledge and confidence to safeguard your children before abuse ever has a chance to begin.
parents of teens - did you know
Over 50% of teen sexual abuse cases are committed by someone the teen knows and trusts, like a peer, coach, or family friend.
Teenagers may look independent, but they still need intentional guidance. When parents have regular, honest conversations about abuse, manipulation, and consent, teens are more likely to recognize unsafe behavior and speak up. Prevention starts at home—with your voice and your values. Our Fortify study is designed to help you start those crucial conversations with clarity, truth, and confidence.
DON’T WAIT FOR WARNING SIGNS-PREPARE YOUR TEEN NOW
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Fortify for Teen Girls
Fortify: A Teen Girl’s Guide on Sexual Abuse Prevention and Body Safety speaks directly to the heart of a young woman navigating a culture that often confuses worth with appearance and attention. Through stories, biblical truth, and conversation starters, this guide empowers girls to recognize unhealthy behavior, identify safe adults, set godly boundaries, and know what to do if someone violates their trust.
Topics covered include:
Understanding your God-given worth and identity
Defining safe vs. unsafe touch
Recognizing grooming tactics and manipulation
Learning how to speak up and ask for help
Building healthy relationships grounded in respect and truth
Perfect for moms and daughters to go through together, small groups, or youth ministry settings.
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Fortify for Teen Boys
Fortify: A Teen Boy’s Guide on Sexual Abuse Prevention and Body Safety equips young men with the tools they need to become protectors—not just of themselves, but of others. In a culture that often glorifies dominance and silences emotion, this guide opens the door for honest conversations about consent, courage, accountability, and what it means to be a young man of integrity.
Topics covered include:
Understanding emotional and physical boundaries
Recognizing manipulation and coercion
Responding to unsafe situations with courage and clarity
Embracing accountability and safe friendships
Knowing their value and calling in Christ
A powerful resource for fathers and sons, mentors, youth leaders, or small group discussions.
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Our Prevent Magazine serves as a guide for parents to prevent sexual abuse. It covers topics such as recognizing patterns of sexual abuse, identifying types of predators, being aware of red flag offenses, understanding the symptoms of abuse, and learning how to prevent sexual abuse. Additionally, the magazine offers guidance on what to teach children in case they have already experienced sexual abuse.
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Shout Out. Get Out. Speak Out: Teaching Children Their Body Safety Superpowers is a three-part book series designed to educate children aged 4-7 about body safety. The trilogy uses age-appropriate language to help children understand their body "superpowers," recognize the difference between safe and unsafe touch, and encourage them to trust their internal alarm and speak up.
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Fortify is a guide designed to help teenage boys understand body safety. It teaches them about consent, how to deal with unwanted sexual advances, how to establish safe boundaries, and what to do when someone tries to pressure them into doing something they don't want to do. Fortify also comes with an accompanying parent guide that helps parents understand what their teen is learning and enables them to have meaningful conversations about the content.
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The Guide on Human Trafficking Prevention is a brief and informative guide that explains the definition of human trafficking, how it can manifest in your area, ways to recognize the signs of human trafficking, methods to safeguard your children and establish a secure environment, and practical strategies to combat human trafficking.
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The Early Exposure to Pornography is a comprehensive guide that teaches the science behind the dangers of pornography. It includes vital statistics about youth and the effects of pornography, the links between pornography and sexual abuse, guidance on how to protect children from pornography and how to handle early exposure to pornography, and resources for dealing with pornography issues.
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Our Facts of Life series is designed to help parents have honest and open conversations with their children about their bodies. The accompanying workbook is appropriate for parents of newborns to teenagers, covering various topics related to sex education. We strongly encourage parents, educators, and homeschooling families to use this valuable resource as a guide to teach sex education topics that focus on godly values. You can buy the set together, or each book can be purchased individually.
Prevention Resources
For Parents & Caregivers
OUR CALL TO ACTION
“Prevention is a courageous act of love—when we choose to be informed, we become protectors of innocence and defenders of truth.”