SCARS Bermuda

"This is an exceptional training programme, which is so needed. In my role I have nursed victims and survivors of sexual abuse as well as nursing and working with perpetrators. The significant adult life issues show us more and more that childhood trauma has a huge impact on mental health, future relationships and generally navigating life. Thoroughly enjoyed despite it being my 2nd training. It certainly reminded me of points I had forgotten. Thank you." (June 2021)

"I really loved this training and wish that it was mandatory for everyone on the island to bring awareness and a safer environment. Thank you Helen and Debi!!! I really appreciated today and the words you said resonated with me. Knowing that I am not alone meant a lot and I will remember this for a very long time."

"This is my third time taking this training and every time it reinforced more to me the importance that this training exists and the necessity for ALL adults to have access to it.”

"This session was thoroughly worth the 3 hours. The virtual environment was so calm and organized. The facilitators were so professional. During the whole experience, I learned a lot. I appreciate the virtual training kit, so much information. I think the Scars Training is an excellent program and should be implemented world to all who will work or enteract with children." (March 2022)

“My Training was an excellent experience and provided a safe space for me to be in when I felt triggered.”

"I am so thankful for this eye opening opportunity. This training is of utmost importance to create consciousness around our community to understand how child abuse can be so easily hidden without the proper understanding of how to identify the warning signs. This training needs to reach every parent and caregiver, SCARS is doing a phenomenal job. Thank you." (March 2022)

"The training was delivered with passion, compassion, transparency, and understanding. The subject matter and the presentation style compelled continued engagement." (May 2021)

"Great job! I have previously been Stewards of Children Certified, Darkness to Light was my sorority’s philanthropy in the US so I was re-certified yearly from 2016-2019. I signed up for SCARS because I was interested in the organization since moving back home, not knowing that it would be the same program! So I was pleasantly surprised at the personal and Bermuda focused data/ stories that Helen and Debi shared. It gave a full circle experience and really brought the information back home. Thank you!" (May 2021)

"Well done! May you educate more people not only here in the Island but also around the world." (June 2021)

"I really loved this training and wish that it was mandatory for everyone on the island to bring awareness and a safer environment. Thank you Helen and Debi!!! I really appreciated today and the words you said resonated with me. Knowing that I am not alone meant a lot and I will remember this for a very long time." (Feb 2022)

“Debi and Helen were wonderful facilitators, I learned loads of information and was interactive with the program. I asked lots of probing questions and received adequate answers. Thanks again for allowing me to take part in this vital workshop!” (April 2021)

"I’ve taken the training a few times before, but every time I’ve done it I learn something new that I missed the last time. It’s an extremely important training I believe everyone should do, even if they do not work with children directly or have kids of their own. Thank you Debi and Helen for everything you do!" (March 2022)

"I would like to thank you for the opportunity, as being a sexual assault victim I learned sooo much and now I can protect my kids more and teach them about how to look out for sexual rapist. I gained a lot of knowledge. I will be recertifying myself every 3 years. And ill like to know more about your program. Thank you so much." (May 2021)

“I thoroughly enjoyed the training. I thought that the virtual training was much better as the screen and information was right in front of me as opposed to being on a screen further away from me.”

"I feel strongly that this component is an effective tool for every child care provider on island at every capacity!" (May 2021)

"I really appreciate this information! Even though I have done this three times, it drives home the points that we as adults need to be vigilant on protecting our children, and don't take for granted how important our roles are, that we protect them and ourselves. I really don't mind doing the same certification because the info in so vital. I don't mind that you will be having a updated version to get recertification as long as nothing is left out because it's so important 👌🏾 Thanks so much 🤗

"As someone who has an older sister who is a survivor of sexual abuse, this program is very close to my heart. The program was effective and to the point, I never felt confused or lost at any time about the information given. It kept my attention, and I was able to easily recall what I learned. I am so thankful for this opportunity to learn ways to help protect our kids. I hope that one day we can erase this issue and children will be able to grow up living healthy and happy lives. I highly recommend for everyone to take this course. We all have a role to play in protecting children." (2021)

"It is very obvious that the presenters are passionate about this topic. They did an excellent job. It is so important to get this information out to everyone in Bermuda... those that work with children and even those that don’t.” (April 2021)

"Although this is my third certification training in SCARS, I thoroughly enjoyed the training and my flame has been relit.”