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Make YOUR ‘Put Safety First’ Commitment!

by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Sep 24, 2019

After a Seniorpower workshop, an elderly woman, “The most valuable thing I learned was that our safety is more important than uncomfortable feelings like anyone being embarrassed, bothered, or annoyed. I wish I had known this sooner!” I understand, because I feel the same way! As I look back, there were too many times in […]

Tragic News? Help, Don’t Scare!

by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Sep 17, 2019

Kids as young as six have asked us, with their adults at their side, “What if someone starts shooting people here?” We answer them, so the adult and child both experience a response that is confident and not fearful. At the same time, we are heartbroken that ANY child ever has to wonder about this. […]

Our Kids Need Our Hope, NOT Our Despair

by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Sep 10, 2019

Over and over, parents and teachers, and other caring adults tell us, “Every new tragedy in the news breaks my heart. How can I take care of my own feelings while protecting my kids?” It is normal to have overwhelming feelings or grief in the face of news about tragedies caused by violence, natural disaster, […]

“When Can I Stop Being Worried?” Accepting Uncertainty

by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Sep 3, 2019

Many years ago, I was teaching a child protection workshop for about 100 parents after there had been a case of abuse in their community. One mother raised her hand and said plaintively, “I am so TIRED of being afraid! WHEN I can I stop being worried about the safety of my daughter?” I smiled […]

Creating Circles of Safety in an Uncertain World

by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Aug 27, 2019

As news stories constantly flood us with reports of tragic and frightening events, it can be hard not to become anxious. Unfortunately, worrying does not make any of us safer – it just makes all of us and the people we love feel helpless. The sad reality is that we cannot give the children and […]

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