Dominic Carter on Child Sexual Abuse Prevention: Awareness, Healing, Action
Journalist and keynote speaker Dominic Carter turns pain into purpose—amplifying prevention, survivor support, and community awareness across the U.S.
Section 1 — Why Prevention Can’t Wait
Child sexual abuse is not a niche issue or a rare event. It is a community challenge that spans neighborhoods, income levels, and backgrounds. Prevention begins with honest conversation, clear education, and the courage to act early. As a survivor and advocate, Dominic Carter brings a direct, compassionate message: awareness saves lives, and healing is possible. His work connects families, educators, faith leaders, and service providers with practical tools that reduce risk and support survivors.
Section 2 — Dominic’s Lived Perspective
Dominic grew up navigating instability, stigma, and trauma. Instead of silence, he chose advocacy—first as a journalist, then as a national keynote speaker. His acclaimed memoir, No Momma’s Boy, documents a path from hardship to healing. On stage and on air, he speaks plainly about harm, accountability, and resilience.
That authenticity is why child advocacy centers, foster-parent associations, and statewide conferences invite him back year after year.
Section 3 — Prevention in Practice (What Communities Can Do)
Effective prevention isn’t abstract. It’s a set of simple behaviors repeated consistently:
Teach body safety early. Use age-appropriate language; empower kids to name body parts and boundaries.
Normalize the word “no.” Model and respect refusal—kids learn from what adults practice.
Set safe access rules. Transparent supervision, screened volunteers, and open-door policies reduce risk.
Watch for grooming patterns. Excessive gifts, secret communication, and rule-testing are red flags.
Document and escalate concerns. If something feels wrong, write it down and inform the right people.
Partner with trained orgs. Local child advocacy centers and hotlines offer training and support.
If a child is in immediate danger, call emergency services. For confidential support in the U.S., contact a national hotline (e.g., RAINN). Follow your local laws for reporting.
Section 4 — Survivor Support: From Disclosure to Healing
When a child or adult discloses abuse, your response matters:
Believe them. Thank them for telling you.
Ensure safety. Remove the child from harm and contact authorities if required.
Avoid leading questions. Let trained professionals conduct interviews.
Connect to care. Counseling, medical exams, and advocacy services can start recovery.
Maintain privacy. Share details only with those who need to know.
Offer consistent support. Healing is a process—check in, validate, and empower.
Section 5 — Keynote & Training Topics
Dominic tailors programs for conferences, agencies, schools, and faith communities:
Child Sexual Abuse Prevention 101: risk reduction, grooming awareness, action steps
From Trauma to Resilience: supporting survivors at home, school, and work
Building a Safety Culture: policies, supervision, and community buy-in
Media & Messaging: talking about abuse responsibly without sensationalism
Booking & Media: Invite Dominic to keynote or train your team. Include event date, audience size, goals, and preferred format (in-person or virtual).
Section 6 — Why Audiences Trust Dominic
Lived experience + policy literacy — compassion with clear direction
Actionable frameworks — checklists, scripts, and policies you can implement tomorrow
Proven track record — standing ovations and repeat invitations across the U.S. and Canada
“Dominic’s presentation moved our staff from awareness to action.” — Conference organizer, Midwest
Section 7 — Radio Platform & Reach
Through The Dominic Carter Show on 770 AM WABC, Dominic elevates prevention, resilience, and community safety alongside current events.
Weekdays: 3PM & 12AM ET
Sundays: 11PM–1AM ET
Section 8 — Take the Next Step
Book Dominic: Speaking, training, or panel moderation
Get the memoir: No Momma’s Boy at DominicCarterOnline.com
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