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“Sexting” is the term commonly used to refer to the act of sending or receiving nude or sexually suggestive images through mobile devices or social media sites. This image sharing can be consensual, coerced, or achieved through manipulation. When teens participate in this form of digital sexual expression, it can violate existing laws established to address child pornography.

May is Older Americans Month, honoring the value that elders contribute to our communities. It also provides an opportunity to elevate the rights of elders to live free from abuse.

There is a lot to talk about when it comes to understanding child development in general. With childhood sexual development, things seem to be even trickier! While it’s not uncommon in our culture to shy away from talking about sex with our children, it’s incredibly important to do so. Increasing children’s knowledge about their bodies, sexuality, and development is one piece of the puzzle in preventing child sexual abuse.

Recently, a request came in from someone who wanted to include information on the cost of sexual violence in an upcoming training. Having this information can be helpful in your advocacy work and conversations with employers, legislators and funders.

Pop quiz: You’re having a party, and your fridge is stuffed with canned drinks – Coke, Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Sprite, the works. You turn to your guests and ask, “Hey does anybody want a… (a)  Soda (b)  Pop (c)  Coke (d)  Other