In this update:
WATCH | Research to practice panel on problematic sexual behaviour
LEARN | Practice brief on child sexual abuse materials
SPOTLIGHT | Co-developing the research and knowledge centre
Research to Practice Panel
Problematic sexual behaviour
The panel will explore problematic sexual behaviour including the current CAC/CYAC context, response and caregiver supports on Wednesday June 12, 2024.
Recording herePractice Brief
Child sexual abuse materials (CSAM)
Are you seeing an increase of CSAM and technology related abuse at your CYAC? Learn more about the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to addressing CSAM and outlined practical strategies for working with victims of CSAM.
ReadWhat we Heard from You
Co-developing the Research and Knowledge Centre
We are committed to collaborative, participatory, and context specific ways of working. Throughout the past year, CYAC leadership, professionals, policy makers, and researchers have collaborated to shape the Research and Knowledge Centre, offering valuable insights on its form and function. Many of you recently completed a survey to help us refine our priority areas and rank activities. The results will guide our actions as we officially launch the Centre and provide ongoing engagement opportunities for CACs/CYACs.
Engagement Survey Participants
Research and Knowledge Centre
Priority Areas
Establish practices for data collection and evaluation
- Define CAC/CYAC theory of change and evaluation framework that can be contextualized
- Establish minimum dataset
Action: Seek funding opportunities to support priority activities
Advance accessible and relevant practice supports
- Develop practice guidelines
- Develop frameworks and guidelines for advocacy
- Develop a repository to host resources and facilitate knowledge exchange
Action: Develop research repository on the National CAC website to summarize research and provide implications for practice and advocacy
Generate High Quality Evidence
- Build a repository of relevant research articles
- Establish a process for CACs/CYACs to engage in research projects
Action: Develop research that acknowledges and responds to the diverse geographical, cultural, and resource contexts of Canadian CYACs
We are committed to maintaining regular communication and sharing timely, relevant information that supports CYAC leadership and practitioners. Quarterly updates will serve as a dynamic platform to mobilize knowledge among Canada CYACs.