Be Someone in 10 Seconds Day
Episode notes
National Be Someone Day – July 21
National Be Someone Day reminds us that changing a child's life can begin with just a few seconds of courage. Children often don't ask for help directly—they hope a trusted adult will notice.
If you suspect abuse, you do not need proof. If something doesn't feel right, trust your instincts and report your concerns. If a child tells you about abuse, stay calm, listen, believe them, thank them for telling you, don't promise to keep it secret, and contact the appropriate authorities.
Resources
• Project Be Someone https://projectbesomeone.org Learn the warning signs, take the pledge, and find educational resources.
• Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline Call or Text: 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) https://www.childhelphotline.org Available 24/7 with confidential support and interpretation in more than 170 languages.
• How to Report Child Abuse https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/responding/reporting/how/ Find your state's reporting information and learn what happens after a report is made.
• Find a Children's Advocacy Center https://www.nationalchildrensalliance.org Locate local centers providing interviews, counseling, advocacy, and healing services for children and families.
• Become a CASA Volunteer https://nationalcasagal.org Advocate in court for children experiencing abuse or neglect.
• Prevent Child Abuse America https://preventchildabuse.org Education, prevention programs, and ways to support families.
• Darkness to Light https://www.d2l.org Training to recognize, prevent, and respond to child sexual abuse.
• Report Online Child Exploitation https://report.cybertip.org National Center for Missing & Exploited Children CyberTipline.
• Find Local Help Dial 211 or visit https://211.org for counseling, food, housing, and family support resources.
If a child is in immediate danger, call 911 immediately.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to learn how you can help protect a child. Sometimes the question, "Are you okay?" can be the beginning of someone's healing journey.