Project Shield

Project Shield is committed to building awareness, education, and support for the recognition, prevention, and treatment of child sexual abuse in the Jewish community.

We believe that the safety of our children is of paramount importance. That’s why Project Shield is proud to collaborate with the Special Bais Din and other vital community partners to build strengths and support for all Jewish children and families.

If you are a victim or survivor of child sexual abuse, if you are a friend, a parent, a relative, a teacher, a principal, a rabbi or a community member, Project Shield is available to offer support, information, intervention and education. 

Help Line: 312-656-3669
Office: 847-745-5405 

Click to view our newsletter, Shield Notes
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WE PROVIDE:

Consultation and Education
Project Shield helps schools, synagogues and day and overnight camps establish policies and protocols that ensure a safe environment for students, congregants and campers and provides training for administrators, staff, educators and counselors so they are able to effectively and appropriately respond to complex situations.
 
Parent Education
Individualized and group educational opportunities offer parents opportunities to learn how to comfortably talk with children of all ages about protecting themselves. 

Information and Referral Helpline 
Knowledgeable, compassionate Project Shield staff is available to provide confidential information, support, and guidance to appropriate individual and family counseling or support groups. 

Resource Library
Our lending library offers children, adults, professionals, and families a wide array of books and materials.

Shield Notes
The Project Shield newsletter is filled with strategies for building healthy families and relationships.