08/21/2026
A Child's Biggest 🚨 Risk May Not Be a Stranger
Stories like the recent San Diego case involving a former Christian school teacher are heartbreaking, but they also remind us why prevention education matters.
We often teach our children to be careful around strangers. But here's the uncomfortable truth:
93% of reported child sexual abuse victims knew the person who abused them.
It may be a family member.
A teacher.
A coach.
A caregiver.
A family friend.
A trusted adult.
That's why simply telling kids “don't talk to strangers” isn't enough.
🛡️ We have to equip our children.
Teach them to:
• Trust their instincts when something feels wrong.
• Understand that they are allowed to say NO, even to an adult.
• Recognize inappropriate behavior and boundary violations.
• Know that secrets about touching, photos, or relationships should never be kept.
• Come to you with anything—without fear of getting in trouble.
• Understand that no adult should ask them to hide things from their parents or caregivers.
And parents? Pay attention to changes. Withdrawal, anxiety, fear, sudden behavior changes, or discomfort around a particular person can be signs something is wrong.
Most importantly, don't wait for something to happen before having these conversations.
Talk early. Talk often. Create a safe place for your child to speak.
At Operation Love Global, we believe education is prevention. When children and the adults who care for them are equipped with knowledge, they are better prepared to recognize concerning behavior, establish healthy boundaries, and speak up.
We can't protect children from what we refuse to talk about.
Let's start the conversation.
Protect • Prevent • Restore
