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Darkness to Light Secures State Funding, Championed by Representative Wetmore

Recognizing the vital need to address and support programs and policies that improve community welfare, Democratic Representative Elizabeth “Spencer” Wetmore (D-115) played a pivotal role in securing significant funding for Darkness to...

Safety in Seconds: Human Trafficking Prevention

This Human Trafficking Prevention Month, we are shedding light on child sex trafficking – one microlearning module at a time. Explore the knowledge and tools needed to prevent child sex trafficking with our Safety in Seconds series featuring...

Join Our Virtual Roadshow

Our team is hitting the road… virtually! Darkness to Light’s Lead Instructor, Carol Hogue, and Director of Programming and Partnerships, Tracy Leonard, are gearing up for an exciting month of virtual meetings, heading to a region near...

Our Impact in 2023

“A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives” – Jackie Robinson  We kicked off 2023 with a bang by announcing the release of the NEW Stewards of Children®, and we have not slowed down since! Take a look back...

Five Safety Tips for the Holidays

Put protection first this holiday season. During the holidays, we spend lots of time and money attempting to create magical experiences for our children. We hang decorations, bake cookies, and sing songs. We take great care in the gifts we purchase...

Hugging is a Choice

The holidays are here – time for family get-togethers, friend drop-ins, and fun holiday traditions. This season can quickly become hectic, too.  Work becomes busier, obligations to family and friends quickly pile up, and somehow you must find...

 

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Advocacy center is here for the children

A group of folks have come together to offer comfort and hope during what would be one of the most trying times in a child’s life. Southmountain Children and Family Services has established a Child Advocacy Center in McDowell County, and Southmountain staff and local dignitaries were on hand Wednesday morning for a dedication and … Read More

Dorchester School District Two Records Prevention Training Milestone

100-percent of District Teachers, Employees Complete Training To Prevent Child Sexual Abuse Charleston, S.C. – June 10, 2010 – In just 18 months, Dorchester School District Two has become a leading district in the state to help prevent, recognize and react responsibly to signs of child sexual abuse. District officials announced this week that 100-percent … Read More
Help Darkness to Light Protect Children Directly Through EBAY

Help Darkness to Light Protect Children Directly Through EBAY

Until July 4, you have the opportunity to help Darkness to Light raise $15,000 by selecting Darkness to Light as your favorite charity through your ebay account. If we can get all 26,580 of you with an ebay account to register Darkness to Light as your favorite charity, we can protect 15,000 kids from sexual … Read More
Some Things to Consider Over the Weekend

Some Things to Consider Over the Weekend

The statistics are shocking 1 in 4 girls is sexually abused before the age of 18. (96) 1 in 6 boys is sexually abused before the age of 18. (96) 1 in 5 children are solicited sexually while on the internet. (30, 87) Nearly 70% of all reported sexual assaults (including assaults on adults) occur … Read More