Mission Statement
Child SASH (Child Sexual Abuse Stops Here) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating the number of children who are sexually abused. We seek to educate the public on the importance of reporting known or suspected child sexual abuse to law enforcement or a state agency. 90% of child sexual abuse victims know their abuser. The number of sexually abused children will only begin to decrease when we as individuals and as a society begin to understand that the crime of child sexual abuse must be reported, regardless of the relationship to the offender.

Do you know someone who may be a victim?

Here’s what to do:

BELIEVE

Every child deserves to be believed. It's difficult enough for some adults to talk about child sexual abuse. If a child has been courageous enough to talk to you about it, believe them. It's now your turn to be courageous by reporting it.

UNDERSTAND

Every child deserves to be understood. Abused children, especially, need extra understanding. Responsible adults need to listen when the child is ready to talk. When they do talk, report what they told you, and just what they told you. Do not ask probing questions. Understand too, that you may not have all the answers. Find a licensed counselor in your area for you and for your child.

PROTECT

Every child deserves to be protected. When you report abuse, you are telling the child that what happened to them was wrong and in turn, you are protecting the child from future abuse. Children have to know that their welfare comes above the abuser’s welfare. Show that you care about and want to protect the child. Report child sexual abuse.

RESPECT

Every child needs to be respected, especially children who have struggled with the pain and isolation of sexual abuse. Most sexual abuse victims think that they did something wrong. Show a child victim respect by looking out for their best interest and reporting the crime.

REPORT

We should always report a crime against a child. No matter who the offender is. No matter what the level of abuse is. Child sexual abuse is a crime and has consequences for a reason. The effect that it has on it’s victims can be devastating and lifelong, if left untreated. We must help these victims to find freedom from abuse. Healing is possible in a safe and caring environment. Always report child sexual abuse. ALWAYS. You may be protecting more than one child.


National reporting website

You can also call the ChildHelp USA National Child Abuse Hotline, 1-800-422-4453.