The WVU Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion’s Children on Campus program is offering training on Safe Touch, a program that teaches children they have the right to keep their private parts private. Prevention Education specialists Akeya Carter-Bozman and Cortney Simmons will outline the program during a Lunch and Learn on April 28 from noon to 1 p.m.
“The only time someone would need to touch a child’s private parts is to keep a child clean and healthy, like at the doctor’s office,” Simmons said. “Children are told they can always ask questions about a touch if they aren’t sure because touches are never a secret. Students know that if someone tries to get them to break any safety rule, including a body safety rule, it isn’t their fault and they can find one of their safety net adults right away.”
Register for the April 28 Lunch and Learn.
For more information, contact Cortney Simmons at childrenoncampus@mail.wvu.edu.