History
What is Erin's Law?
This law mandates child sexual abuse prevention education in public schools.
Who does this law protect?
Children
What is the UDHR?
Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
What is Erin's Law at the micro level?
Working directly with individual children is this level of practice.
What is prevention?
Stopping the abuse before it occurs.
Who is Erin Merryn?
The survivor and activist who inspired the law.
Schools are required to do what?
Provide child sexual abuse prevention education.
What is Article 3 of the UDHR?
Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person.
What is Erin Law's at the mezzo level?
Advocating for school-wide prevention programs happens at this level.
1 in how many girls experience sexual abuse before the age of 18?
4
What city was Erin born in?
Chicago.
What type of schools is Erin's Law implemented in?
Public
What is Article 5 of the UDHR?
No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment.
What is Erin's Law at the macro level?
Changing statewide laws occurs at this level.
1 in how many boys experience sexual abuse before the age of 18?
13
What state was the first to pass Erin's Law?
Illinois.
What grades are taught age-appropriate instruction?
PreK-12th grade
What is Article 25 of the UDHR?
Motherhood and Childhood are entitled to special care and assistance.
What is the NASW?
National Association of Social Workers.
Who are the main perpetrators?
Family members, Friends, Caregivers, Authority figures.
What is the name of Erin's book?
Stolen Innocence.
How many states have passed this law?
38
What is Article 26 of the UDHR?
Everyone has the right to education. Education shall be free, at least in the elementary and fundamental stages.
What are the Code of Ethics?
Social justice, Integrity, Service, Competence, Dignity and worth of the person, Importance of human relationships.
Reasons children may not tell anyone.
Scared, confused, ashamed, afraid of getting in trouble, may not have the words to explain what happened, threatened.