Childhood Exposure to Violence (CEV)

Childhood Exposure to Violence-end user

This 5-module curriculum that focuses on building a community response to Childhood Exposure to Violence helps participants define Childhood Exposure to Violence, recognize the symptoms/behaviors a child may exhibit, and what can be done to respond appropriately when a child has been exposed to violence.

Childhood Exposure to Violence-train-the-trainer

This session teaches others how to administer the ‘Bringing the Kids Back into Focus‘ curriculum that focuses on increasing awareness and learning about the issue of CEV.

Objectives

Build public awareness about childhood exposure to violence (CEV)
Define the role families, community, and culture play in children’s exposure to violence (CEV)
Understand the effects of exposure to violence on a child’s development
Learn practical ways to respond to childhood exposure to violence

HOW THE OFFICE OF VIOLENCE PREVENTION MAY HELP YOU:

Professional Development Training on Violence Prevention Issues
Information and Referrals for Violence Prevention Services
Sharing Violence Prevention Support Models
Community Education programs on Violence Prevention issues
Technical Support for Violence Prevention-related Concerns (childhood exposure to violence, bullying, etc.)
Monthly E-Briefs on Violence Prevention Topics

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Violence prevention resources can be accessed - call OVP at 312.745.0381 to make an appointment.