How far?

The consequences of abuse may include:

• inability to be honest or self expressive
• vulnerability to involvement in criminal and deceitful activity
• fear of any kind of touch
• depression, withdrawal and suicide
• distrust toward adults and caregivers
• substance abuse
• failure to thrive

More can be seen here at Free Arts Minnesota.

How far can the ripples reach if a child is given access to the healing powers of artistic expression? What if we can interrupt the cycle of violence, so that these children are given the opportunity to be whoever they want to be in this world? What if we can make a difference in the life of child?

Free Arts Minnesota helped 1,724 children in their Weekly Mentorship Program in 2008. There are more children to be served.

I think it is important to work at both ends from child abuse prevention to after-care.

Join us on May 22nd, for the HeARTfull Expressions event and learn more about Free Arts Minnesota.