About this episode

Michelle Sacks discusses the importance of prevention and connection in protecting children.

In Season 2, episode 15, Michelle Sacks, the CEO of the Kailee Mills Foundation and former ChildBuilders educator, shares her journey and passion for protecting children through prevention and education. Michelle and our host Priscilla discuss the importance of starting safety conversations early, teaching kids assertiveness and empathy, and staying connected as parents. Drawing from both her professional experience and personal life, Michelle offers practical ways to help children navigate real-world risks. Her message is clear: prevention starts with us, and every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and seen. Learn more about Michelle here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-sacks-gonzalez-40b1bb61/ Kailee Mills Foundation: https://www.kaileemillsfoundation.org/

People in this episode

Host: Priscilla

Guest: Michelle Sacks

Topics covered

• child safety
• parenting
• prevention education
• empathy
• assertiveness
• family connection

Keywords

• child safety
• prevention
• education
• empathy
• assertiveness
• family

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Kailee Mills Foundation, ChildBuilders, LinkedIn

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