The role of safe and trusted adults in keeping kids safe (Sexual Assault Prevention)
Sexual assault prevention begins with awareness, education, and the empowerment of individuals and communities. This engaging and informative webinar will explore the critical role of relationship-building in reducing sexual violence and provide a foundational understanding of sexual assault—including key definitions, statistics, and the dynamics of consent and coercion.
Participants will gain insight into the vital role adults play in preventing child sexual abuse and learn practical strategies for creating safe environments at home, in schools, and within communities. The session will also cover how to effectively educate and empower parents, caregivers, and other trusted adults to recognize risks and respond appropriately.
By the end of this webinar, attendees will be equipped with actionable tools, key prevention strategies, and trusted resources to help support survivors, prevent abuse, and promote a culture of safety, respect, and accountability.
This session is designed for parents, teachers, school personnel, healthcare professionals, counselors, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of addiction and its treatment. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and improve patient outcomes!
CEUs: 1.5 CEUs provided for Social Work.
Speaker Information
B. Nikki Godfrey, MSW, LGSW has been with the West Virginia Foundation for Rape Information and Services (WVFRIS), the state’s sexual assault coalition, for over 15 years. As Assistant State Coordinator, Nikki is committed to addressing harmful social norms, reducing barriers to prevent violence, and improving response systems to mitigate harm. Nikki graduated from WVU with a Masters in Social Work and is a licensed social worker in West Virginia. Prior to joining WVFRIS, Nikki worked for the Department of Health and Human Resources as a Child Protective Service Worker, provided services to children who experienced abuse and neglect, and worked with high risk families in an effort to prevent abuse. She served as a volunteer advocate for HOPE, Inc. and the Harrison County CASA Program from 2009-2014, and served on the Board of Directors for the Harrison County CASA Program from 2016-2022. Nikki is passionate about working with and supporting organizations, both personally and professionally, that have an invested interest in providing culturally responsive services to high-risk populations.