Human trafficking is an issue that’s been discussed a lot recently, though it’s a topic where public perception doesn’t always match reality. This starts with how...
Category: CSA prevention
Stigma’s Consequences Part 3: How You Can Fight Stigma
As a minority, the headlines lately have been disgusting. Fear and inequality is rampant in policy and attitude, whether it’s in the news, expressed in a rude internet...
Stigma’s consequences part 2: inequality’s insidious impact
If you’re a minority, the news cycle has been dreary. Inequality is everywhere, whether it’s toxic bosses who...
Stigma’s consequences part 1: fear’s connection to abuse
If you’re a minority, the headlines have been devastating over the last few years. Trans rights are under attack, your right to read controversial books at your local...
Primary prevention basics
We all dream of a world where there’s less harm to our fellow human beings, but it may feel daunting to figure out exactly how to do that. Especially this time of year,...
So you’ve been called a pedophile…
If you are concerned that you might be a pedophile, the good news is that it’s less likely than you think. Unfortunately, the term ‘pedophile’ is often misused,...
Why MAPs don’t “Get help!”
Anyone who has discussed pedophilia or other minor attractions on social media has likely encountered the trope that individuals who are attracted to minors need to “get...
Preventing Performative Rage: Who bears the burden of protecting children?
The obvious answer to the above is – well – everyone. Every person is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of the most vulnerable among us. But how safe...
Villainy and Sex
The MeToo movement is a social movement about empowering victims of sexual harassment and assault. It was started as survivors of these crimes spoke up about their…
The politics of protecting children
Our society's puritan approach to child protection means that it is constantly made fun of as an excuse for censorship. Ironically, though, mainstream child protection...