Child Abuse Prevention

MESA’s Child Abuse Prevention Program is committed to equipping schools with the knowledge and resources necessary to prevent child abuse and create safe learning environments. Funded by a kNot Today grant, our Child Abuse Prevention program provides schools with evidence-based strategies to educate staff, students, and parents on recognizing, reporting, and preventing abuse.

Our program is designed to align with Indiana’s legal requirements and best practices in child abuse prevention. We offer tailored training sessions for school personnel, students, and parents to ensure a comprehensive approach to child safety. By integrating research-based prevention education into school curricula, we support educators in fostering a culture of awareness and proactive intervention.

MESA also provides consultation services to help schools meet state legal mandates, offering guidance on documentation and reporting procedures. Through access to essential tools and resources, we empower schools to create environments where students feel safe, supported, and protected from harm.

How You Can Help

You can donate now to our gift fund (Nicoletti-Martinez MESA Gift Fund)

Contact Sherri Cripe about partnering with the MESA School Bullying Prevention program

“This project is funded through kNot Today, which supports organizations across the U.S. committed to preventing the sexual abuse, exploitation, and trafficking of children. kNot Today empowers communities to protect children and foster resilience by supporting evidence-based programs and survivor-centered initiatives, the organization drives lasting change in the fight against child sexual abuse and exploitation.”