{"id":1690,"date":"2024-10-31T17:59:44","date_gmt":"2024-10-31T22:59:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/?p=1690"},"modified":"2024-10-31T18:00:21","modified_gmt":"2024-10-31T23:00:21","slug":"newsletter-september-update","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/newsletter-september-update\/","title":{"rendered":"Newsletter: September Update"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"\"><em>Originally Sent September 5, 2024<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"pad-radius wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#ded5e6\">\n<p class=\"\">Dear Friends,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">What an incredible year this has been so far, with the\u00a0Kerengende\u00a0Foundation on track to have the largest impact on our community to date!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">In the first half of 2024, we have:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Conducted over 20 workshops<\/strong>&nbsp;on human trafficking and sexual abuse prevention and awareness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Engaged over 900 people<\/strong>&nbsp;through community outreach efforts and&nbsp;<strong>more than 400 youth, parents, and community members&nbsp;<\/strong>through our targeted prevention trainings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Completed the first and second Non-Offending Caregiver Support Groups, and more!&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">We are thrilled to share more program and organizational updates with you below, plus exciting projects on the horizon.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Your support has been instrumental in our growth and impact, helping us make Southern Illinois a safer place for our children and families. Thank you for being a vital part of our mission. Together, we can continue to create a safe, supportive community where no child experiences sexual abuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">With gratitude,\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Amber Clayborne, Founder<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"pad-radius wp-block-group has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-6878603fe69a517680295cd16cee45a1 is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#a49ac3\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Program Updates<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Healthy Relationships &#8211; Youth Prevention Education<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-8.jpg\" alt=\"people gathered together speaking in a classroom\" class=\"wp-image-1693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-8.jpg 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-8-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Dr. Germysha Little and Marilyn Holmes, LCPC, ATR-BC, discussing Healthy and Unhealthy Behaviors with students at Brooklyn Illinois\u2019 LoveJoy School<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mic Drop Summer Camp<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-1-4.jpg\" alt=\"amber clayborne and others at a picnic table in nature\" class=\"wp-image-1694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-1-4.jpg 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-1-4-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The\u00a0Kerengende\u00a0Foundation hosted a week long \u201cMic Drop\u201d Podcast Summer Camp in June 2024, offering a creative and dynamic experience focused on empowering young people. Participants explored important topics like healthy relationships, leadership, and storytelling. We were heartened to witness these young people form strong bonds and grow self-confidence as they developed their podcasting skills and shared their personal stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">We are incredibly proud of what these participants accomplished at our summer camp and are excited for them to bring their voices into their schools and communities this year. You can\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/u15807511.ct.sendgrid.net\/ls\/click?upn=u001.I0kzeDARMRv-2FujVX2dECa7gnIKs6FOgtEebZCGLULBfY0pAbTSPyYhb6bFs-2BTuQSBP7-2FU7cQpIiMcdRjDV-2BEYRrybjlsVQzjxCXiZ291J-2BM-3Dpfk7_oHk1yg0KrbrYXwTIRtdxhGB8sBt1p9m-2B6sZ7Qk3IGH5HA1jR1wP9yjU5GdIxzmc9re1f3ZS4c8pO336Lr7bZozMcdl-2F8R8-2FU9qjAQN8vS5QSZ64nKxjFD-2BEym1MqvNOhFzXyNHg2nAF4-2BC1LYHQuZxBTrNsI4gv3QFP4s0aV5t9Zo17ATVeo-2BlgpUFko6oB0vs1gMqVSK1-2FEUqnQn7LksFi5g9T1QqFl4Qze28kPFOo6ciN6EXEMdT89dq-2FQBXoRQTtxVF7QRoL7jbfWAvqtV1doxk46anaHmLL-2BE9qEtcKAYcsZAHDz2c-2FcoDlL6c-2BGrAiXMivygsTc6gc7sw-2B87uVFzIJjQsSPuu-2BaZVEKB9Yv1MhDllrE8WBoANfOlSsl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>see our summer camp highlights here!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider has-arrows-inside has-dots-inside has-images-center has-cropped-images\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__wrapper\" data-effect=\"slide\" data-slides-show=\"1\" data-slides-show-laptop=\"1\" data-slides-show-tablet=\"1\" data-slides-show-mobile=\"1\" data-slides-scroll=\"1\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-autoplay-speed=\"6000\" data-infinite=\"true\" data-animation-speed=\"800\" data-center-mode=\"false\" data-variable-width=\"false\" data-arrows=\"inside\" data-dots=\"inside\" data-spacing=\"none\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-2-3.jpg\" data-id=\"1698\" data-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/?attachment_id=1698\" data-original-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-2-3.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__image wp-image-1698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-2-3.jpg 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-2-3-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__caption\">Craig Phelps, Communication Consultant, talking to the kids about the importance of storytelling and honing in on your messaging. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"364\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-12.png\" data-id=\"1697\" data-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/?attachment_id=1697\" data-original-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-12.png\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__image wp-image-1697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-12.png 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-12-300x213.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__caption\"> Thank you to Representative Jay Hoffman for sharing his values as a state rep, explaining his role, and taking the time to answer our kids&#8217; questions.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-3-3.jpg\" data-id=\"1696\" data-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/?attachment_id=1696\" data-original-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-3-3.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__image wp-image-1696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-3-3.jpg 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-3-3-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__caption\"> Dr. Germysha Little and Hannah Rosenthal at our Mic Drop Summer Camp.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-4-3.jpg\" data-id=\"1695\" data-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/?attachment_id=1695\" data-original-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-4-3.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__image wp-image-1695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-4-3.jpg 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-4-3-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Back to School &amp; Other Highlights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Back to School season is a vital time to engage families in meaningful conversations about consent and body safety, and we&#8217;ve been grateful for the opportunity to discuss these important topics with communities throughout Southern Illinois.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">This year, we are proud to have participated in events such as the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Center\u2019s annual Back to School Event and the Back to School Bash in Fairmont City, hosted by Southern Healthcare Foundation and Molina Healthcare, among others!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider has-arrows-inside has-dots-inside has-images-center has-cropped-images\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__wrapper\" data-effect=\"slide\" data-slides-show=\"1\" data-slides-show-laptop=\"1\" data-slides-show-tablet=\"1\" data-slides-show-mobile=\"1\" data-slides-scroll=\"1\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-autoplay-speed=\"6000\" data-infinite=\"true\" data-animation-speed=\"800\" data-center-mode=\"false\" data-variable-width=\"false\" data-arrows=\"inside\" data-dots=\"inside\" data-spacing=\"none\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-5-2.jpg\" data-id=\"1699\" data-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/?attachment_id=1699\" data-original-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-5-2.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__image wp-image-1699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-5-2.jpg 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-5-2-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__caption\">Jackie Joyner-Kersee Back To School Event. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-6-2.jpg\" data-id=\"1700\" data-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/?attachment_id=1700\" data-original-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-6-2.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__image wp-image-1700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-6-2.jpg 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-6-2-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__caption\"> Jackie Joyner-Kersee Back To School Event. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-7-2.jpg\" data-id=\"1701\" data-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/?attachment_id=1701\" data-original-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-7-2.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__image wp-image-1701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-7-2.jpg 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-7-2-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__caption\"> Youth and Family Counselor Hannah Rosenthal, Community Educator Dr. Germysha Little, and UMSL Nursing Intern, Loreal Perkins, at Cahokia School District 187 Back to School event<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-8-1.jpg\" data-id=\"1702\" data-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/?attachment_id=1702\" data-original-link=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-8-1.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__image wp-image-1702\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-8-1.jpg 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-8-1-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-getwid-images-slider__caption\"> Metro East Every Survivor Counts Back to School Event with Family of God church in Belleville, Illinois<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CDBG Family Living Center Partnership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">This summer, Kerengende Foundation continued our prevention education workshops for the women and children at the CDBG Family Living Center in East St. Louis. Kerengende Founder Amber Clayborne and Community Educator Dr. Germysha Little covered important topics such as child sexual abuse prevention, generational trauma, and personal growth. We were deeply inspired by the residents&#8217; engagement and the meaningful conversations that took place. We are thankful for our ongoing partnership with the Family Living Center and the incredible women who reside there.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"pad-radius wp-block-group has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-401225b2d4e4395bc7049ef79bcf07e2 is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#6983c2\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">On the Air<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-9.jpg 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-9-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Kerengende\u00a0Founder, Amber Clayborne, being interviewed by Charlie Tuna.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">In June, our founder, Amber Clayborne, was featured on The Charlie &#8220;Tuna&#8221; Show, sponsored by Ameren Corporation Illinois. During the interview, Amber shared her personal journey and the story behind the Kerengende Foundation. Don&#8217;t miss this honest and insightful conversation\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iheart.com\/podcast\/256-the-charlie-tuna-show-31055052\/episode\/ameren-illinois-show-amber-clayborne-187329856\/?blm_aid=975873\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">listen here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"autoplay\" width=\"100%\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iheart.com\/podcast\/256-the-charlie-tuna-show-31055052\/episode\/ameren-illinois-show-amber-clayborne-187329856\/?embed=true\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"pad-radius wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#ded5e6\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Organizational Updates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safe Touches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"396\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-10.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-10.jpg 512w, https:\/\/kerengendefoundation.org\/staging\/6503\/wp-content\/uploads\/unnamed-10-300x232.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Marilyn Holmes, Dr. Germysha Little, and Amber Clayborne in NYC at Safe Touch facilitator training.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Kerengende Foundation is now certified to provide Safe Touches child sexual abuse prevention education workshops for children in kindergarten through third grade. Our team traveled to New York to get certified by the New York Society for The Prevention of Cruelty to Children to become authorized facilitators. The workshop provides children with evidence-based, research-informed content about body safety tools while explaining what they can do if they, or someone they know, ever feel unsafe. We are excited to bring this valuable training to our children and our community!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety Focus Groups<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Kerengende Foundation recently worked with the Early Learning Partnership within East Side Aligned to conduct two focus groups in East St. Louis to discuss safety in the community. The groups discussed topics such as defining safety, what resources in the community are and aren\u2019t being used, safety challenges facing young children and more. This was a great opportunity to connect with community members and hear their desires on how to create a safer East St. Louis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Introducing new Board Member, Nicki Brown, MBA!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">We are excited to introduce Kerengende Foundation\u2019s newest board member, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/nicki-brown-b4b41ab\/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_campaign=share_via&amp;utm_content=profile&amp;utm_medium=ios_app&amp;blm_aid=975873\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nicki Brown<\/a>! Nicki brings a wealth of experience, passion, and advocacy to our organization. As a Go To Market Excellence Lead at Pfizer, Nicki works to improve patient lives. Nicki is also an Air Force veteran, Belleville Township District 201 School Board Member, and served as the CARE Community Activating Racial Equity Parent Chair for District 201 from 2020-2022. We are ecstatic to welcome her to the Kerengende team and look forward to our work together to end child sexual abuse.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"pad-radius wp-block-group has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-0d329e5507f2c606db553926cca714e5 is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#a49ac3\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Upcoming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safe Touches Workshops<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Keregende Foundation\u2019s trained facilitators will begin delivering the previously mentioned Safe Touches workshops to second and third graders in East St. Louis and Cahokia Heights this fall. We are excited to begin providing this training to youth in our community. If you are interested in scheduling a Safe Touches training for the littles in your school, please contact our Community Educator, Dr. Germysha Little using our <a href=\"\/contact\">Contact Form<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Non-Offending Caregiver Support Groups<br>Due to demand, we are offering our third Non-Offending Caregiver Support Group. If you are a parent or caregiver of a child who has experienced sexual abuse or trafficking and want a safe space to process your experiences, gain access to resources and education, and develop a support network, you are invited to join our support group. Learn more about our support group <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/reel\/1214555826633037\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Sessions began in August and are offered bi-weekly on Mondays from 6-7:30pm at our office in Belleville. If you are interested in joining, we still have limited space! Please reach out to our facilitator, Marilyn Holmes at marilyn.holmes.j@gmail.com, or <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdvLyHSfUdcPuZz-VlDZR24KQPpkbrfmZKcq0BGJsMwZ1_qew\/viewform?blm_aid=975873\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fill out this form<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"pad-radius wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#ded5e6\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gratitude To Those Who Power Our Mission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Our work at the Kerengende Foundation would not be possible without the unwavering support of our donors and supporters. Your generosity allows us to provide critical education and resources to end child sexual abuse and human trafficking in Southern Illinois and the metro region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Ameren Illinois: We are so grateful for the continued support of Ameren Illinois for their year-over-year partnership to fuel our efforts and strengthen our resolve to create safe and informed communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Garcia Hamilton &amp; Associates, LP: through the ongoing partnership of Garcia Hamilton &amp; Associates, LP over the years, we have been able to expand our programs, enhance our outreach, and make a lasting difference in the lives of survivors and their families. Their commitment has been instrumental in helping us reach those who need our services, and we are thankful to them for standing with us as we work to prevent child sexual abuse.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Your involvement\u2014from making donations to spreading the word about our services\u2014enables us to offer more prevention workshops, and support more survivors and their families. Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to a world free from child sexual abuse and human trafficking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you would like to support our mission, <a href=\"\/donate\">please consider making a donation today<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Thank you for being a vital part of our journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Originally Sent September 5, 2024 Dear Friends, What an incredible year this has been so far, with the\u00a0Kerengende\u00a0Foundation on track to have the largest impact on our community to date! 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