Face It

Family & Children's Place Champions for Children Breakfast
2023-04-20 07:30 - 09:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Kentucky Center of African American Heritage, 1656, 1701 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, Kentucky, 40203
The 2023 Champions for Children Breakfast will be held on Thursday, April 20th at the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage!

Register HERE.

Kosair For Kids Child Abuse Prevention Luncheon
2023-04-20 11:30 - 13:30 | mellwood art center
Did you know 1/75 children in Kentucky is a victim of abuse and neglect? That’s nearly double the national average.
Join Kosair for Kids for lunch to learn how your support can help provide the resources needed to combat the abuse and neglect epidemic that Kentucky kids are facing. All proceeds benefit the Child Abuse Prevention Fund at Kosair for Kids.
UofL football’s head coach Jeff Brohm will be the keynote speaker.
Date: April 20, 2023
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m
Location: Mellwood Art Center
Parking: Free
Register to attend this FREE event
For more information on how to sponsor, host a table, or attend, contact Jason Wilson: 502-814-9884 or jwilson@kosair.org

Face It's The Art of Healing
2023-04-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Ice House, 226 E Washington St, Louisville, KY, United States
Join The Face It Movement for The Art of Healing.
The long-term effects of childhood abuse impacts our communities and those we love. Local artists will demonstrate how different forms of creative expression play a role in the healing journey from the deep-rooted effects of childhood abuse.
There will be interactive stations for attendees to participate in. Come learn how to connect the mind and body, support survivors in their healing journeys, and build resilience in our communities through creative expression.
This is a FREE event with refreshments and light snacks provided. Register HERE.
Due to the sensitive nature, this program is recommended for adults and teens ages 13 and up.

When: Tuesday, April 25th, 2023 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM ET
Where: Ice House (226 E Washington St, Louisville, Kentucky)
Please contact Debbie Abreu at dabreu@kyyouth.org with any questions.
Local artists will demonstrate how different forms of creative expression play a role in the healing journey from the deep-rooted effects of childhood abuse.
5:30 – 6:30 pm – The event will feature a short program beginning promptly at 5:30pm featuring spoken word, dance, music and rap artists.
6:00 – 7:30 pm – Attendees will have the opportunity to experience their choice of 15 interactive stations, including a variety of visual arts activities, dance, music, group drumming, and yoga.
Free parking available
Humana Waterside Garage
201 N Brook St. Louisville, KY 40202
*Please park at the parking garage directly across from the venue, and enter at either entrance on Brook Street or Floyd Street. Simply pull up to the parking garage, and the arms will raise as it is free to the public after 5:00 pm. There is also street parking available.*

Preventing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
2023-04-25 18:00 - 20:00
April is Child Abuse Awareness month and this training will focus on understanding and recognizing the signs of child abuse and neglect, including Shaken Baby Syndrome. Providers will learn what actions are required of them when reporting suspected abuse and discuss prevention strategies when working with at-risk families.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Kosair for Kids Face It Movement.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet.
Level 2 CDA 4 CC 2 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours
By attending a professional development opportunity, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your presence at the event constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose in connection with 4-C and our partners including use on websites, in social media, news and advertising. By registering for the event, you agree that you have read and consent to this release. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please inform your trainer at the time of the event.
REGISTER HERE!

ECHO's 2023 Pancakes & Pinwheels Awards Breakfast
2023-04-27 08:00 - 09:30
This is a big year for Exploited Children’s Help Organization (ECHO) as we celebrate 40 years of service! At ECHO, our vision is of a world where there is no child abuse! ECHO’s mission has been dedicated to preventing and reducing the incidence and impact of child abuse by providing education, advocacy, and support services to the children and families of Metro Louisville. We help to empower the voices of children and seek to create a stronger and safer community for all.
April is nationally recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month. We are asking for your support for our 2023 Annual Pancakes & Pinwheels, Thursday, April 27, 2023, from 8:00 am-9:30 am, registration begins at 7:30am. Your contribution will help support this event, but most importantly help to provide continued programming to our children in the community. Please note, this event is in-person only.

Register here or by scanning this QR Code on you cell phone.

Child Abuse Prevention Month Training: Lean On Me Kentucky
2023-04-27 14:00 - 15:30
Lean On Me Kentucky campaign, highlighting the importance of supporting families in our work to prevent maltreatment from ever occurring.
Lean On Me Kentucky Training
Apr 27, 2023 2:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)
For more information contact pcaky.org
Register here

Family Nurturing Center's Prom For A Purpose
2023-04-28 18:00 - 22:00
Prom For A Purpose
Friday, April 28, 2023 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Our 2023 Prom for A Purpose will be at Hotel Covington North on April 28th! More details here: https://familynurture.org/event/prom-for-a-purpose-23/

Seven Counties Annual Community Collaboration for Children: Child Abuse Awareness Wrap Up
2023-04-29 11:00 - 13:00
Save the Date!
Annual Community Collaboration for Children: Child Abuse Awareness Wrap Up
Date: April 29, 2023
Location: Western Hills High School-Frankfort KY
✓ Color Fun Run ✓ Carnival Themed Resource Day ✓ Games ✓ Prizes ✓ Food ✓ FUN!!!!
Make plans to join the first annual CCC Child Abuse Awareness Kick off Event!
✓ Winner of a State-Wide youth art contest will be recognized
✓ A Free, Family friendly color run will take place
✓ Local and State community partners will be sharing resources
✓ Carnival games, fun prizes AND MORE!!!
If you would like to set up a free resource booth or for more information please contact Corinna Powell; cpannell@sevencounties.org

Blue Sunday
2023-04-30
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and to remember the millions of children who are victims of abuse/neglect, Blue Sunday Child Abuse Prevention is asking the faith community to pray for abused children on Sunday April 30, 2023. Learn more and register for free resources to bring awareness to your congregation.

CASA of the River Region - Embrace a Child Breakfast
2024-03-28 07:30 - 09:00
Join CASA on Thursday, March 28th as we celebrate 40 years of advocating for children in our community. Breakfast & networking begin at 7:30 am. Program starts at 8:00. Learn more and register at Embrace a Child Breakfast | CASA of the River Region (casariverregion.org)
Location: The Olmsted, 3701 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40207

PCAK - Pinwheels at the Capitol
2024-03-28 09:00 - 10:00
Pinwheel Planting at the Capitol – Join us on the grounds of the Kentucky State Capitol on March 28 at 9:00 AM for a pinwheel planting to kick off CAPM 2024! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3v0RR6X

Family and Children's Place - 2024 Rally to End Child Abuse
2024-03-28 10:00 - 11:00
Join us on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 10AM as we kick off Child Abuse Prevention Month with our annual Rally to End Child Abuse.
525 Zane Street, Louisville, KY 40203

PCAK - Wear Blue Day
2024-04-05
Wear Blue Day will be held on April 5, 2024. Participate by wearing blue and posting on social media to spread awareness about child abuse prevention with #WearBlue4KyKids! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3v0RR6X

Family Nurturing Center - Blue Ribbon Ceremony
2024-04-05 11:30 - 13:00
Join us for our annual Blue Ribbon Ceremony to kick off April as Child Abuse Prevention Month!

This year marks the 20th year that Tom Gill Chevrolet has hosted the event. During the ceremony, guests will hear inspiring words from featured speakers and tips on ways everyone can protect children from all forms of abuse and neglect.

Following the event, attendees can participate in tying a blue ribbon on the white fence in front of the dealership to show support for child abuse awareness. The ribbons will remain there for the entire month of April!

Central Ky Community Action - Supporting Caregivers
2024-04-10 08:30 - 13:00
Supporting Caregivers
830 Pennsylvania Avenue Bardstown, KY 40004

Critically Loved - Special Needs Mom's Night Out
2024-04-11 18:00 - 21:00
Special needs moms are invited to come have an evening of pampering, education,
encouragement and opportunity to connect with others walking a similar path for
organic support. Moms will be provided dinner, dessert, spa room, crafts and
professional chair massages.
April 11 6-9PM
5001 S. Hurstbourne Lane, Louisville, KY

Mountain Comprehensive Care - Stand Up for a Brighter Tomorrow
2024-04-12 08:00 - 17:00
Join us for the 23rd Annual Stand Up for a Brighter Tomorrow Conference in Prestonsburg, Kentucky on April 12, 2024! 8am. Doors open at 7:45am.
Stand Up for a Brighter Tomorrow is an annual Behavioral Health Conference on the emotional well-being of children, adolescents and young adults. This Conference benefits professionals, parents and others interested in increasing their knowledge about sexual assault and/or interpersonal violence and emotional and/or behavioral disorders found in children, adolescents and young adults.
Register no later than March 27, 2024.
Workshops include: Domestic Minor Familial Sex Trafficking; Behavioral Health Care is Health Care: Using Integrated Care to Address Holistic Health Needs and Trauma’s Impact; and Invisible Injuries: Traumatic Brain Injury, Strangulation, and Violence.
CEU credits are approved for all workshops by the Kentucky Board of Social Work and Licensed Professional Board of Counselors, the Kentucky Board of Examiners in Psychology, and are pending by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Attendees must attend an entire workshop and complete a written evaluation to receive CEUs.
This conference is hosted by Mountain Comprehensive Care Center’s Healing Program for Survivors of Sexual Assault & Interpersonal Violence. Funded in whole or part with public funds.
Learn more about the workshops and register: standup2024.eventbrite.com/

UofL Peace Hospital - 11th Annual Supporting Families Summit
2024-04-13 08:30 - 15:00
Check out the schedule for the Supporting Families Summit
8:30am-9am Breakfast and Welcome
9:15am-10:45am Suicide Prevention
11am-noon Connection Between Intimate Partner Violence and Child Maltreatment
Lunch
12:45am-2:30pm Tough Talks: Fentanyl Awareness
3:00pm Dismiss
To register for this event please email your contact information to :
cccregionalnetworks@gmail.com
960 Red House Road Richmond, Ky. 40475

Seven Counties - Kids Expo
2024-04-13 12:00 - 14:00
Join Seven Counties Services for a Kid’s Expo on April 13th! From 12:00 – 2:00 PM, they’ll be joined by JCPS, Community Collaboration for Children, Stage One, Peace Hospital, Humana, and Face It for fun & creative outdoor activities.

All families are welcome to enjoy outdoor activities, carnivals, interactive games, resources, door prizes, free food, and more! Hope to see you there. Register.

Yes Arts - Kids Adventure Day
2024-04-13 15:00 - 18:00
Come hang out with us during our Kids’ Adventure Day at Yes Arts. There will be a petting zoo, inflatables, face painting, ice cream from Hoggy’s, food from Main Street Diner, bubble station, lots of games and more.
Parents will also be able to get a Kid ID made for their children. The IDs are produced by the County Judge/Executive’s office and coordinated through the Frankfort Police Department.
You will get to check out vehicles from both the city fire and police department.
In addition, you will be able to get information about from nonprofit organizations like Just Say Yes and Wanda Joyce Robinson Foundation.
The event will take place in the two city lots at Yes Arts with street closure.
Please check back for updates and any new activities that might be added.
We hope to see you there. 317 W 2nd Street, Frankfort.

Face It - Lunch & Learn: When Help is Hard
2024-04-17 12:00 - 13:00
Join Dr. Darlene Davis Goodwine on April 17 at 12 PM for a virtual Lunch and Learn.

Parenting can be full of joy and also chaos. It can be tough and that’s OK. We all need help, it’s a normal part of life. Seeking help can also be hard and this conversation aims to provide real tools to make it easier. As a parent, professional or both we can both offer help and ask for help. A panel will discuss why help is so important, what barriers get in the way of receiving or seeking help, and how to encourage parents to get that help.
Goals
By the end of this training, participants will have a better understanding of:

Barriers to help seeking
Barriers to receiving help
Actionable ways to connect and offer support
​​​​​​​Actionable ways an organization or an individual can build relationships and offer help

Social Work CEUs available. Register.

Kosair For Kids - Child Abuse Prevention Luncheon
2024-04-18 11:30 - 13:30
Keynote Speaker: University of Kentucky Head Basketball Coach, John Calipari

Location: Mellwood Art Center
Parking: Free
Join us to learn how you can support our game plan to end child abuse and neglect in Kentucky. One in 81 Kentucky children is a victim of child abuse or neglect. That is nearly 1 and a half times the national average. Help us end this epidemic by attending or sponsoring the Kosair for Kids Child Abuse Prevention Luncheon.
For more information, contact Jason Wilson: 502-814-9884 or jwilson@kosair.org Learn more and register: https://www.kosair.org/events/child-abuse-prevention-luncheon

Side by Side Studio - Build-A-Worm Farm Earth Day Extravaganza
2024-04-21 14:00 - 16:00
Come celebrate Earth Day on Sunday April 21st between 2pm and 4pm! We’ll be honoring one of Earths most beloved creatures, the mighty worm! You will get everything you need to build your own family worm farm then you get to hunt for your own worms! But watch out, you might get dirty! While donations are always appreciated, we are grateful to Face-it for sponsoring this event and helping us keep our events accessible to all.

2528 Frankfort Ave., Louisville KY 40206

Face It - The Art of Healing 2024
2024-04-23 17:30 - 20:30
Join us on Tuesday April 23, 2024 for The Art of Healing from 5:30-8:30 PM at Ice House (226 E Washington St. Louisville, KY.)
The deep-rooted effects of childhood abuse impact our communities and those we love. Local artists will showcase how creative expression aids in healing. Interactive stations will demonstrate connecting mind and body, supporting survivors, and building community resilience through art, music, and movement,
This is a free event with refreshments and light snacks provided. Due to the sensitive nature, this event is recommended for adults and teens ages 13 and up. Funded in part by Fund For The Arts. *This event will not be providing art therapy but will be demonstrating various modalities that other people have found helpful in their healing journeys.*
For more information please contact Debbie Abreu at dabreu@kyyouth.org.
Register here.
5:00-5:15 pm – Doors Open
5:30 – 6:00 pm – Program with performances from local artists *Begins promptly at 5:30pm
6:00 – 7:30 pm – Attendees will have the opportunity to experience their choice of 13 interactive stations, including a variety of visual arts activities, dance, music, theatre, group drumming, and yoga

Free parking available
Humana Waterside Garage
201 N Brook St.
Louisville, KY 40202
*Please park at the parking garage directly across from the venue, and enter at either entrance on Brook Street or Floyd Street. Simply pull up to the parking garage, and the arms will raise as it is free to the public. There is also street parking available.

PCAK - One Day Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Summit
2024-04-24 09:00 - 16:00
Join Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky on April 24th from 9 AM EST-4 PM EST for their ‘One Day Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Summit.’ Learn more and register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NY6JT9D

CCC Trail of Hope Regional Network - Free training
2024-04-24 09:00 - 16:00
CCC Trail of Hope Regional Network is having a free training April 24th 9am to 4pm at the Hardin County Extension Office (111 Opportunity Way Elizabethtown, KY). A light breakfast and lunch will be served.
Registration is required. Please email if you are attending: Emily Keely at Emily.keely@ky.gov

Face It - Curiosity Club
2024-04-24 14:00 - 15:30
The Kosair for Kids Face It Movement is hosting the next Curiosity Club meeting on Wednesday, April 24th at 2:00pm. The Curiosity Club is open to anyone interested in learning more about issues related to child maltreatment; discussing the latest research, data findings, and ways to apply what’s been learned to your work; and networking with like-minded people.

Join us as Dr. Melissa Currie presents and leads a discussion on the challenges in court with prosecuting pediatric abusive head trauma cases.
Date: Wednesday April 24
Time: 2:00 – 3:30
Location: Kosair for Kids (982 Eastern Parkway)
Register
Melissa Currie, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified child abuse pediatrician, the Kosair for Kids Professor and Endowed Chair for Pediatric Forensic Medicine at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, the Medical Director and Chief of Norton Children’s Pediatric Protection Specialists, and a founding member of the Face It Movement.

ECHO - 2024 Pancakes & Pinwheels Awards Breakfast
2024-04-25 08:00 - 09:30
Join us on Thursday April 25 from 8AM-9:30AM at the Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport as we gather friends together to learn about ways we can partner and combat child abuse and prevent any victimization to a child.

While our event is open to the public free of charge, we hope you’ll consider making a donation. This fundraiser helps us to continue to provide education & training at no cost to the children and families of Metro Louisville. We’re asking for your support in keeping our children safe from child abuse. Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-pancakes-pinwheels-awards-breakfast-tickets-825125712217

LIBA Lunch 'N Learn + Face It - Child Abuse Prevention Month: Your Role in Keeping Kids Safe
2024-04-25 12:00 - 12:30
Every adult can play a role in keeping kids safe and supporting families in their ability to thrive. Join LIBA member, Kosair for Kids Face It Movement, to learn more about the Face It campaign, child maltreatment prevention strategies as a business and caring community member, and about available child abuse prevention and bystander awareness trainings. All that and more from Dr. Shannon Moody, Kentucky Youth Advocates’ lead on the Face It Movement.
Thursday, April 25
12 – 12:30 PM ET
Register for Zoom information

PCAK - Abusive Head Trauma TOT
2024-05-23 08:00 - 17:00
Join Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky for their Abusive Head Trauma Training of the Trainer on April 23, 2024. Due to the nature of training content, high demand, and limited availability, we are asking interested trainers to complete this electronic application. Completion of this application does not guarantee participation. PCAK staff will be in contact with you regarding your application status: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B36FMRJ
