Safe Environment High School Students Archdiocese of New

Safe Environment High School Students Archdiocese of New Orleans 2019 -2020

Child Abuse

Dignity and Respect USCCB http: //www. usccb. org/issues-and-action/child-and-youth-protection/index. cfm Watch the USCCB Child Abuse Video

CHILD ABUSE Is it REAL?

Archdiocese of New Orleans Policy Concerning Abuse or Neglect of a Minor Discuss: Page 2 II. Definitions: Sexual Abuse Other Physical Abuse Neglect Policy Concerning Abuse or Neglect of a Minor

What does child abuse look like? Prevent Child Abuse America Recognizing Signs of Child Abuse

An estimated 90% of perpetrators of sexual abuse are known to the child family members, family friends, babysitters, child care providers, neighbors, coaches, teachers, clergy, scout leaders. Only about 10% of perpetrators of child sexual abuse are strangers to the child. Not all perpetrators are adults—an estimated 23% of reported cases of child sexual abuse are perpetrated by individuals under the age of 18. Darkness To Light Statistics

Identifies abusers as people known to the child/young person There is no such thing as a “typical” sex offender. Sex offenders can: • be male or female; • be adult or minor; • have different levels of education; • be married or single; • have strong ties to their families and communities, or have weak ties; and/or • have no record of prior criminal involvement or have a record either for sexual or non-sexual offenses.

Identifies grooming/warning signs --Overly interested in a child. --Frequently initiates or creates opportunities to be alone with a child (or multiple children). --Becomes fixated on a child. --Gives special privileges to a child (e. g. , rides to and from practices, etc. ). --Befriends a family and shows more interest in building a relationship with the child than with the adults --Displays favoritism towards one child within a family. --Finds opportunities to buy a child gifts. --Caters to the interests of the child, so a child or the parent may initiate contact with the offender. --Displays age and gender preferences.

Louisiana Reporting Laws Mandated Reporting Department of Children and Family Services If INSIDE the home no matter what the relationship is to the child CALL 1 -855 -4 LA-KIDS 1 -855 -452 -5437 Toll Free 24 Hours A Day † Cause to Believe Police If OUTSIDE of the home CALL Police in Civil Parish in which the child resides Call 911 or non-emergency number if not in immediate danger

Principles of Ethics & Integrity in Ministry Policy Pages 8 - 11 Boundaries Boundary Violations

Louisiana Criminal Code Article Revised Statute 14: 403 All employees and volunteers who are supervising children and youth ARE mandated reporters Tree given to Archbishop Gregory Aymond in memory of a three year old child who died as a direct result of child abuse 2015 day a rs u o ek h e w 4 2 s a y a 7 d

C O R P O R A L “Violence against children, including corporal punishment, is a violation of the rights of the child. It conflicts with the child’s human dignity and the right of the child to physical integrity. It also prevents children from reaching their full potential, by putting at risk their right to health, survival and development. The best interests of the child can never be used to justify such practice, ” said UN Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights, Kyung-wha Kang. “The need to promote non-violent values and awareness-raising among all those working with children is essential if we want this situation to come to an end. ” (Ending corporal punishment of children) P U N I S H M E N T

NO HIT ZONE • No adult shall hit another adult • No adult shall hit a child • No child shall hit an adult, and • No child shall hit another child American Academy of Pediatrics Discipline vs. punishment: What works best for children?

Children being hit and hurt by those stronger and more powerful than them reflects the inequality and discrimination in relationships that are the very building blocks of violent society and the very opposite of what it really means to respect girls and boys as individual people and holders of human rights. “Prohibiting violent punishment of girls and boys – a key element in ending family violence” “I do not believe the teachings of the Catholic Church as we interpret them in 2011 condone corporal punishment. It’s hard for me to imagine in any way, shape or form, Jesus using a paddle. [Social research] is very clear: violence fosters violence. ” Archbishop Gregory Aymond, Archdiocese of New Orleans

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Human Trafficking What is Human Trafficking? (Video from USCCB) Pope Francis has pointedly called upon the members of the Church to take action to fight human trafficking. “The pontiff’s position on modern slavery is clear: When any man, woman or child is enslaved anywhere, it is a threat to peace, justice and human dignity everywhere. ”

Child Sex Trafficking Archdiocese of New Orleans Video http: //respectlife. arch-no. org/human-trafficking

Conditions --Dangerous --Often tricked or coerced into labor --Not paid as told they would be --Prevented from quitting or breaking free --Time, money, life controlled --Refused contact with others --Forced sexual labor --Experiences violence

Approach --Approached for sex --Approached for sales work - sell magazines, books, etc. --Drug dealing --Invited to come to U. S. as nanny for childcare Children have a right to an innocent childhood. Children are by nature lovely, innocent, and trusting of adults, yet some of them are today increasingly robbed of their very childhood. They are preyed upon by media, market forces, and people who exploit them sexually. But children are the very hope and future of society, and must be protected and helped in every respect. INTERVENTION BY THE HOLY SEE DELEGATION AT THE II CONFERENCE ON THE COMMERCIAL EXPLOITATION OF CHILDREN Yokohama (Japan) Friday, 21 December 2001

--Video: http: //www. usccb. org/about/anti-trafficking-program/index. cfm --The Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace and the International Union of Superiors General has designated February 8 as an annual day of prayer and awareness against human trafficking. February 8 is the feast day of St. Josephine Bakhita, who was kidnapped as a child and sold into slavery in Sudan and Italy. Once Josephine was freed, she became a Canossian nun and dedicated her life to sharing her testament of deliverance from slavery and comforting the poor and suffering. She was declared a Saint in 2000. --On February 8, Catholics all over the world are encouraged to host or attend prayer services to create greater awareness about this phenomenon. Through prayer, we not only reflect on the experiences of those that have suffered through this affront to human dignity, but also comfort, strengthen, and help empower survivors.

Create a Prayer Service for February 8 th Opening Prayer Song Psalm Scripture Passage Intercessory Prayer for those involved in human trafficking Our Father Closing Prayer On the Feast Day of St. Josephine Bakhita, we pray for the millions of people that have been victims of modern day slavery. Like St. Josephine Bakhita, may we stand firm in our resolve to create a slavery-free world.

How To Identify A Human Trafficking Victim Some red flags: Seems anxious, fearful or paranoid. Avoids eye contact. Older “boyfriend” Unexplained bruises or cuts or other signs of physical abuse. Appears to be in a relationship with someone who is dominating. Never is alone and/or always has someone translating or answering questions on their behalf. Not in control of their own finances. Presents with secrecy or unable to answer questions about where they live. Inconsistent details when telling their story. Has no identification such as a license, passport or other ID documents. Inability to leave their job or residence. Says they cannot schedule appointments. Being a recent arrival to the United States and does not speak English. Is under 18 and providing commercial sex acts. Or at any age unwillingly providing commercial sex acts. Is afraid of law enforcement or receiving help from an outside entity.

If you can find an opportunity to get he/she alone, ask him/her the following screening questions: --Can you leave your job or house when you want? --Where did you get those bruises or is anyone hurting you? --Do you get paid for your employment? Is it fair? How many hours do you work? --(If foreign national) How did you get to the U. S. and is it what you expected? Are you being forced to do anything you don't want to do? --Are you or your family being threatened? --Do you live with or near your employer? Does your employer provide you housing? Are there locks on doors or windows from outside? --Do you owe debt to anyone?

If you suspect they are a victim of human trafficking, take the following actions --Talk to a trusted adult in your family, parish, or school. --Ask the person if you can help them find a safe place to go immediately. --If they need time, create an action plan with them to get to a safe place when they are ready. --Call and make a report to the human trafficking hotline at 1. 888. 3737. 888. The hotline has language capabilities, so any individual can call directly if they choose.

Nature of Bullying --What are the individual, family, peer, school, and community factors that contribute to an environment which will likely foster bullying? --What are the effects of bullying on the individual, family, peer group, school, and community? --What is the responsibility of a person who witnesses bullying of another person(s)?

Resources --Measuring Bullying Victimizations, Perpetration, and Bystanders Experiences: A compendium of Assessment Tools (CDC) --CDC Research and Resources

What Are My Responsibilities? --What can I do when I or someone else is being bullied? --Who can I talk to if I believe bullying is taking place in my parish/school?

Scripture ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Matthew 5: 43 -48 Deuteronomy 31: 6 Psalm 34: 12 -18 Psalm 82: 4 Mark 12: 31 1 Peter 3: 8 -9 Micah 6: 8 Romans 15: 7

How to Recognize Dating Violence Teen dating violence and abuse is destructive behaviors used to exert power and control over a dating partner. 10 Warning signs common to dating abuse: • Does not treat you with the respect, alone or in public • Checks your cell phone or email without permission • Is not complimentary toward you • Jealous or insecure • Explosive temper • Isolates you from family or friends • Makes false accusations • Mood swings • Physically hurts you in any way • Possessive • Controls what you do

Statistics American Psychological Association One in Three U. S. Youths Report Being Victims of Dating Violence http: //www. apa. org/news/press/releases/2013/07/dating-violence. aspx Girls were almost equally likely to be a perpetrator as a victim of violence: 41 percent reported victimization and 35 percent reported perpetration at some point in their lives. Among boys, 37 percent said they had been on the receiving end, while 29 percent reported being the perpetrator, Ybarra said. Twenty-nine percent of the girls and 24 percent of the boys reported being both a victim and perpetrator in either the same or in different relationships.

God of endless love, ever caring, ever strong, always present, always just: You gave your only Son to save us by his blood on the cross. Gentle Jesus, shepherd of peace, join to your own suffering the pain of all who have been hurt in body, mind, and spirit by those who betrayed the trust placed in them. Hear the cries of our brothers and sisters who have been gravely harmed, and the cries of those who love them. Soothe their restless hearts with hope, steady their shaken spirits with faith. Grant them justice for their cause, enlightened by your truth. Holy Spirit, comforter of hearts, heal your people’s wounds and transform brokenness into wholeness. Grant us the courage and wisdom, humility and grace, to act with justice. Breathe wisdom into our prayers and labors. Grant that all harmed by abuse may find peace in justice. We ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen. A PRAYER FOR HEALING VICTIMS OF ABUSE Copyright © 2014, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved.