Erin’s Law Illinois is a specialized legal advocacy and educational resource dedicated to the prevention of child sexual abuse through legislative advocacy, training, and public awareness. It operates as a key initiative recreated by Attorneys Against Child Abuse, focusing exclusively on the implementation and support of Erin’s Law, which mandates age-appropriate sexual abuse prevention education in schools.
The organization provides critical resources for educators, parents, and professionals, emphasizing risk factors, warning signs, and mandated reporting requirements. It targets schools, community organizations, child welfare advocates, and legal professionals, offering evidence-based curriculum and training to foster safer environments for children across Illinois.
Services Offered
- Erin’s Law legislative advocacy and implementation support
- Child sexual abuse prevention training
- Age-appropriate curriculum development for schools
- Resources on child sexual abuse risk factors and warning signs
- Mandated reporting guidance and education
- Public awareness campaigns and educational materials
- Partnership and collaboration with child advocacy agencies
- Access to best-selling books by Erin Merryn on child abuse prevention
The organization collaborates with key state partners including the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Illinois, the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault, and Prevent Child Abuse Illinois, extending its reach and impact throughout the state.
