As coverage of the Epstein files continues to surface, we know it is heavy and painful, especially for survivors and families. This kind of news can reopen wounds and bring back difficult memories for many in our communities.
Child sexual abuse is one of the most pervasive public health issues we face, yet it is often misunderstood and under-addressed. At Darkness to Light, our focus is on what helps prevent harm before it happens: equipping adults with the tools and confidence to recognize risk, set healthy boundaries, show up for children, and create safer environments.
To survivors: we see you. Your experiences matter, and your healing deserves care, compassion, and support. You are not alone.
For all adults, we encourage you to use this moment to learn more about how abuse happens—and what each of us can do, in our everyday roles, to reduce risk and help protect children where they live, learn, and grow.
Prevention is possible.
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We will not rest until every child grows up safe, healthy, and free from harm. Prevention is possible—and it begins with us.
The resources below provide critical information, support, and tools for prevention:
- Resources for survivors: survivorspace.org
- State and National resources: www.d2l.org/national-state-resources
- Information about prevention: d2l.org/why-prevention
- Identifying and reporting child sexual abuse: www.d2l.org/identifying-reporting-sexual-abuse
- Recommendations for reporters covering abuse: d2l.org/media
- Explore Darkness to Light’s Prevention Training Offerings: d2l.org/get-trained
- Resources for adults and families: www.d2l.org/resources-for-adults-families
