Keep Them Safe

Definition of SHIELD
1: a broad piece of defensive armor carried on the arm
2: one that protects or defends
First Known Use: before 12th century

Definition of VULNERABLE
1: capable of being physically or emotionally wounded
2: open to attack or damage
First Known Use: 1605

Hundreds of years ago, the words "vulnerable" and "shield" were first used to describe how humans can be harmed by other humans, and how they can be protected against harm.

Over the past years, Shield The Vulnerable has provided online training to thousands of individuals and families about preventing abuse and neglect, and ways to help kids, tweens, teens, and elders stay safe. Our purpose is simple: as the number of trained individuals grows, so does the number of persons who are protected.

By being aware and reporting suspected mistreatment, everyone has the potential to help protect the vulnerable. That's what Shield the Vulnerable is about – teaching people how to recognize, report, and prevent abuse, bullying, exploitation, and neglect.