Sponsors of Child Abuse Prevention Month
Blue Ribbon Brigade
Boys & Girls Club of Salem-Marion and Polk Counties
CASA of Marion County
Catholic Community Services
DHS-Oregon Department of Human Services
Early Learning Hub Inc.-Marion and Polk Counties
Exchange Club of Salem
Family Building Blocks
Family YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties
Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency-HOME Youth & Resource Center
Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center
Liberty House
Marion County Sheriff’s Office
Options Counseling and Family Services
Salem-Keizer Public School District
Salem Police Department
Shangri-La
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
April 1-30, 2019
What:
Les Schwab Tires Diaper Drive
Locations: Les Schwab locations in Salem and Keizer
Description: Family Building Blocks changes over 25,000 diapers annually! Each year, Les Schwab hosts a Diaper Drive to benefit families at Family Building Blocks. During the month of April, Les Schwab accepts diapers (all sizes), pull ups and wipes. For a list of drop-off sites contact Julie Hilty,
jhilty@familybuildingblocks.org or 503-566-2132.
April 1-30, 2019
What: Jeans Days for Liberty House 
Informational Flyer
Description: Let your employees donate to Liberty House and wear jeans to work on designated days in April. Contact Adrienne Christian at Liberty House for more information: 503-540-0288 or
achristian@libertyhousecenter.org
April 1-30, 2019 – Every Tuesday in April
What: Tours on Tuesdays
Click here for more information
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Liberty House – 2685 4th St NE, Salem, OR – tours meet in Building One
Cost: Free
RSVP: please call Liberty House at: 503-540-0288
Description: every Tuesday in April take a tour of the Liberty House Campus.
April 5, 2019
What:
Salem Chamber Greeters (immediately followed by the Child Abuse Prevention Month Kick-off)
Time: 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Location: Oregon State Capitol, Room 50, 900 Court St NE, Salem, OR 97301
April 5, 2019
What:
Child Abuse Prevention Month Kick-off
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Oregon State Capitol Steps, 900 Court St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Description: Presentation of the Blue Ribbon Tree and Pinwheel Garden, with speakers
April 10, 2019
What:
Child Abuse Prevention Month presentation to the Marion County Board of Commissioners
Time: 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Location: Senator Hearing Room, 555 Court Street NE, Salem
Description: The Child Abuse Prevention Month planning committee will make an awareness presentation to the Marion County Board of Commissioners. A request will be made for the Board of Commissioners to proclaim April 2019, as Child Abuse Prevention Month.
April 10, 2019
What: Stewards of Children Training Training Flyer
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Liberty House, 385 Taylor St NE, Salem
Cost: Free
RSVP: For more information and to register, please contact Katelynn Kniffin at 503-599-5876
Description: The Stewards of Children program is the only nationally available program proven to increase knowledge, improve attitudes, and change child-protective behaviors. This revolutionary program is for any responsible adult who cares about the welfare of children. It is also appropriate for youth-serving organizations (sports leagues, day care centers, after school programs, children's clubs, church groups, and more).
April 11, 2019
What:
Screenagers,
presented by Salem-Keizer Schools
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: Chemeketa Community College
Cost:Free
Description:
Screenagers is a documentary about how tech time impacts kids' and teens' development and offers solutions on how adults can empower kids and teens to best navigate the digital world and find balance.
April 12, 2019
What:
2nd Annual Oregon Safe Families Conference
Time: 8:30 am – 4:40 pm
Location: Holiday Inn, 3301 Market St NE, Salem OR 97301
Cost:
Free
RSVP: Please contact Teri Alexander
talexander@ccswv.org or Evelyn Garcia
evelyngarcia@ccswv.org for more information.
Description: Safe Families for Children provides temporary respite to families experiencing a crisis. This volunteer movement began 15 years ago in Chicago and the Salem Chapter began implementation in 2011. This conference provides an opportunity to learn more about Safe Families for Children and how you can join our team in the prevention of child neglect and abuse in our community. This event will introduce you to the seven Safe Families for Children chapters in Oregon, provide training for those who want to learn more about volunteering, and provide a forum for key Department of Human Services (DHS) and Safe Families leadership to launch their new partnership in a three-year pilot demonstration project.
April 13, 2019
What: Blue Ribbon Brigade Child Abuse Prevention Month Poker Run and Diaper Drive
Time: Poker Run at 9:00 am, Raffles and Food at 12:00 pm
Location: Hawg Haven Leathers, 4861 Lancaster Dr, Salem
Cost: Free with a package of diapers
Description: There will be raffles, prize drawings, and vendor booths. Smokin' Kilts will be serving a BBQ dinner that is free if you bring a package of diapers, and there will be covered seating. Email any questions to
miss.e4kids@gmail.com
April 15-30, 2019
What: Union Street Pedestrian Bridge lights will be blue in in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month
April 16, 2019
What:
Screenagers,
presented by Salem-Keizer Schools
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: Salem Public Library
Cost: Free
Description:
Screenagers is a documentary about how tech time impacts kids' and teens' development and offers solutions on how adults can empower kids and teens to best navigate the digital world and find balance.
April 17, 2019
What:
Healthy Touch for Children and Youth, a Darkness to Light training for adults
Printable Flyer
Time: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm –
Pizza Provided
Location: Liberty House Building 3, 1786 State St, Salem OR 97301
Cost: Free
RSVP: For more information and to register, please contact Katelynn Kniffin at 503-599-5876
Description: Healthy affection and touch is protective from child sexual abuse, especially with parents, caregivers, and family members. This training teaches you some guidelines for healthy touch and safe, respectful ways to interact with children. It is highly recommended that participants complete Stewards of Children training prior to taking this course.
April 17, 2019
What: Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children, a Darkness to Light training for adults
Printable Flyer
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm –
Pizza Provided
Location: Liberty House Building 3, 1786 State St, Salem OR 97301
Cost: Free
RSVP: For more information and to register, please contact Katelynn Kniffin at 503-599-5876
Description: Sexual trafficking, also known as commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC), is any sexual activity involving a child for which something of value is given or promised. This training teaches you about the root cause of CSEC and why preventing sexual abuse is important to reducing the risk of children being sexually exploited. It is highly recommended that participants complete Stewards of Children training prior to taking this course.
April 17, 2019
What:
Sharing the Dream Tour - Family Building Blocks
Time: 11:00 a.m.-Noon
Location: Family Building Blocks, 2425 Lancaster Drive NE, Salem
Cost: Free
Description: Curious about the work of Family Building Blocks? Join them for a "Sharing the Dream" tour. Tours are scheduled every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 2425 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem. RSVP your spot for the tour at
https://familybuildingblocks.org/give/ under TOURS.
April 22, 2019
What:
Stewards of Children Child Sexual Abuse Prevention
Time: 5:45 pm – 8:15 pm
Location: Judson Middle School, 4512 Jones Rd SE, Salem
Cost: Free
RSVP: Space is limited -- to register, please contact Debbie Joa at 503-399-3061 or joa.debbie@salkeiz.k12.or.us
Description: Presented in English
April 22, 2019
What:
Resilience: The Biology of Stress & The Science of Hope, a documentary film
Time: 7:15 pm – 9:30 pm
Location: Salem Cinema, 1127 Broadway NE, Salem
Cost: Free
Description:Resilience is a one-hour documentary that delves into the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the birth of a new movement to treat and prevent Toxic Stress. Now understood to be one of the leading causes of everything from heart disease and cancer to substance abuse and depression, extremely stressful experiences in childhood can alter brain development and have lifelong effects on health and behavior. The film will be followed by a Q&A discussion featuring Alison Kelley from Liberty House, Heather Hawkins from Family Building Blocks, and Shaney Starr from CASA of Marion County.
April 23, 2019
What: Stewards of Children Training
Training Flyer
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: Liberty House, 385 Taylor St NE, Salem
Cost: Free
RSVP: For more information and to register, please contact Katelynn Kniffin at 503-599-5876
Description: The Stewards of Children program is the only nationally available program proven to increase knowledge, improve attitudes, and change child-protective behaviors. This revolutionary program is for any responsible adult who cares about the welfare of children. It is also appropriate for youth-serving organizations (sports leagues, day care centers, after school programs, children's clubs, church groups, and more).
April 25, 2019
What: Celebrate Spring! 2019 Liberty House Dinner and Auction
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Salem Convention Center
Cost: $95.00 for individual tickets, $750.00 for table of 10
Tickets:Click here to purchase
Description: Celebrate 20 years of service with Liberty House and your friends, family, and other community members at our 17th annual Celebrate Spring! Dinner and Auction. Enjoy a silent auction, live auction, dinner, and dancing, while supporting the most vulnerable children in our community.
April 29, 2019
What:
Stewards of Children Child Sexual Abuse Prevention
PRESENTED IN SPANISH
Time: 5:45 pm – 8:15 pm
Location: Judson Middle School, 4512 Jones Rd SE, Salem
Cost: Free
RSVP: Space is limited -- to register, please contact Debbie Joa at 503-399-3061 or
joa.debbie@salkeiz.k12.or.us
June 23, 2019 (Rescheduled from April 27, 2019 due to flooding)
What: Superheroes for Children 5K/10K and Kids 1 Mile for CASA of Marion County
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Riverfront Park – Start at the Pavilion
Description: Register at
https://runsignup.com/Race/OR/Salem/2019CASASuperheroRace -- For more information, contact CASA of Marion County at 503-9967-6420
