
Education & Prevention
Mandatory Reporter Training
This training follows the Maricopa County Multidisciplinary Protocol for the Investigation of Child Abuse and is designed to enhance the confidence of mandated reporters. Participants are provided with an overview of Arizona’s mandatory reporting laws, including who is required to report, what information needs to be reported, when to report, and how to report. This training also provides information on how to responsibly receive a disclosure of child maltreatment and how to support families to enhance child welfare. This training is appropriate for all people who work with and/or care for children. For more information, click here.
This presentation is 90 minutes and FREE.
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The Role of the Advocacy Center in the Community
The presenter will discuss the role of the Advocacy Center, the Multi-disciplinary Team, the social and economic impact of child abuse, statistics, and available prevention education opportunities. Speaking engagements can be designed for educational institutions, businesses, faith-based groups, organizations, and clubs.
This presentation is 30-60 minutes and FREE
Stewards of Children
Stewards of Children is a research-based video training that educates parents, and caregivers, and those who work with children on how to prevent, recognize, and respond appropriately to child sexual abuse through the 5 Steps For Protecting Children. Each participant receives an interactive workbook. This training is not facilitated by SWFAC and is available at www.d2l.org.
This video training is 2.5 hours and also available in Spanish
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More classes coming soon!
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To receive updates as new classes become available or if you are interested in bringing trainings and workshops to your school, business or organization, contact the Prevention Coordinator at:
623.333.7900
or
ewilliams@avondaleaz.gov
​How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime
- Nadine Burke Harris

