What if the path to healing childhood trauma starts with a truth most people overlook? Join us as Rachel Davidson reveals how Kids Alive International is transforming the lives of sexually abused children across seven countries—and what every parent needs to know about prevention right now. In this powerful episode of Refining Rhetoric, host Robert Bortins sits down with Rachel Davidson, Chief Operating Officer of Kids Alive International, to discuss one of society's most challenging issues: childhood sexual abuse and trauma recovery.

In this episode, you'll discover:

The shocking statistics on child sexual abuse—and why it's closer to home than you think
Kids Alive's four-pillar approach: Prevention, Family Strengthening, Restorative Care, and Advocacy
Critical warning signs every parent should know to protect their children
Why most abuse happens with trusted family friends—not strangers
How faith-based trauma healing is transforming lives in Peru, Guatemala, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Kenya, Zambia, and Lebanon
Practical prevention strategies you can implement with your family today
Inspiring stories of forgiveness and restoration that will move you to tears

Whether you're a parent, educator, church leader, or concerned citizen, this episode provides essential insights into protecting children and supporting survivors of abuse.

Resources:

https://www.kidsalive.org/

This episode of Refining Rhetoric is sponsored by Worldview Academy:

Students call Worldview Academy the best week of their lives. Through week-long summer leadership camps for teens, Worldview Academy trains Christians to think and live in accord with a biblical worldview so they can better serve Christ and engage the culture around them. Worldview Academy reinforces what students are learning at home and at church and trains this generation to apply that knowledge to the challenging cultural issues they're facing.

To find a camp near you or learn more about Worldview's weekend conferences and other resources for families, visit www.worldview.org