| What Others Are Saying |
| About the Crime of Child Sexual Abuse |
"Childhood Sexual Abuse (CSA) wounds the soul of a developing child." --Lori Hearn, M.S.,
Ebenezer Counseling
"Of all the things we try to control for our children, this has to be the most important." --Bill
Carrejo, B&B C Consulting, Fundraising Partner (See "Our Team" for more information)
"I have two wonderful children that I hold near and dear to my heart. They are the first and last
things I think about each day. I would do anything for them to stay safe. I only wish every child
had this luxury. Even if I only help one child to never have someone abuse him or her; then I
have accomplished something greater than any degree or job could offer." --Courtney Cagle,
Group Coordinator of S.A.F.E. Focus Group (A Self Injury Support Group); Farragut, TN (See
"Resources" for more information)
Ebenezer Counseling
"Of all the things we try to control for our children, this has to be the most important." --Bill
Carrejo, B&B C Consulting, Fundraising Partner (See "Our Team" for more information)
"I have two wonderful children that I hold near and dear to my heart. They are the first and last
things I think about each day. I would do anything for them to stay safe. I only wish every child
had this luxury. Even if I only help one child to never have someone abuse him or her; then I
have accomplished something greater than any degree or job could offer." --Courtney Cagle,
Group Coordinator of S.A.F.E. Focus Group (A Self Injury Support Group); Farragut, TN (See
"Resources" for more information)
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"Susan raises our awareness by presenting a balanced overview of the difficult topic of sexual
abuse. She balances reality statistics with personal stories; seriousness with life-giving
energy. I recommend this workshop for parents and community leaders." --Dale Berry, PhD,
Ebenezer Counseling Services, Knoxville, TN (4/14/10 Workshop)
"Hello, my name is Stacey Deerwester and I am a student at the University of Louisville in
Louisville, Kentucky. I am studying Sociology and in my junior year. I had a Community
Organization assignment in my Human Sexuality class with Dr. Suzanne Hopf. We had to get to
know an organization dealing with sexuality, interview a representative (I was lucky and got to
speak to Susan herself!), and write a paper about what I learned and what SpeakingOut was all
about. In April, I will be presenting this to my class and teach them about SpeakingOut.
Another way to spread awareness. I found SpeakingOut on the internet. After looking at many
organizations, I was kind of getting frustrated because I didn't really feel the passion about
their causes. I came across SpeakingOut and it really just spoke to me...the passion just
poured off of the pages. A lot of organizations seemed to just want donations and really didn't
say much about their cause...quite opposite from SpeakingOut. SpeakingOut showed so much
more. It teaches people a lot about what child sexual abuse really is and what we as adults
need to do to prevent this from ever happening to our kids and any kid. I know I will continue to
spread awareness after getting to know SpeakingOut!" --Stacey Deerwester, Student,
University of Louisville, KY, (3/2010 Community Organization Assignment)
Click Here to Access Stacey's Paper for the Assigment
"I am a parent of an abused child. I used to feel that other people really didn't understand how I
felt or what my family had been through. That was until I met Susan Suafoa-Dinino. Susan is
the most understanding, thoughtful person I have met. Her ministry, SpeakingOut, is truly a God
send and blessing to the children who have been sexually abused, but also to their families
who are struggling to cope with this horrific crime. I pray that Susan will keep on keeping on
and I pray that you will help her by doing what you can to support her ministry. Its time we stop
pretending that child sexual abuse does not exist and come out of our closets and shine the
light on these crimes against children. Together, we can hopefully put a stop to child sexual
abuse and start helping families that have been broken begin to heal. It takes all of us. I have
heard this phrase and believe it to be true, " Without Him I can't, but without me He won't." God
wants all of us to reach out and help. God Bless, " --Laura West, Sevierville, TN, (Christian
Speaker & Author of "Blind, Burned and Living Against All Odds"; www.mymaleka.com
abuse. She balances reality statistics with personal stories; seriousness with life-giving
energy. I recommend this workshop for parents and community leaders." --Dale Berry, PhD,
Ebenezer Counseling Services, Knoxville, TN (4/14/10 Workshop)
"Hello, my name is Stacey Deerwester and I am a student at the University of Louisville in
Louisville, Kentucky. I am studying Sociology and in my junior year. I had a Community
Organization assignment in my Human Sexuality class with Dr. Suzanne Hopf. We had to get to
know an organization dealing with sexuality, interview a representative (I was lucky and got to
speak to Susan herself!), and write a paper about what I learned and what SpeakingOut was all
about. In April, I will be presenting this to my class and teach them about SpeakingOut.
Another way to spread awareness. I found SpeakingOut on the internet. After looking at many
organizations, I was kind of getting frustrated because I didn't really feel the passion about
their causes. I came across SpeakingOut and it really just spoke to me...the passion just
poured off of the pages. A lot of organizations seemed to just want donations and really didn't
say much about their cause...quite opposite from SpeakingOut. SpeakingOut showed so much
more. It teaches people a lot about what child sexual abuse really is and what we as adults
need to do to prevent this from ever happening to our kids and any kid. I know I will continue to
spread awareness after getting to know SpeakingOut!" --Stacey Deerwester, Student,
University of Louisville, KY, (3/2010 Community Organization Assignment)
Click Here to Access Stacey's Paper for the Assigment
"I am a parent of an abused child. I used to feel that other people really didn't understand how I
felt or what my family had been through. That was until I met Susan Suafoa-Dinino. Susan is
the most understanding, thoughtful person I have met. Her ministry, SpeakingOut, is truly a God
send and blessing to the children who have been sexually abused, but also to their families
who are struggling to cope with this horrific crime. I pray that Susan will keep on keeping on
and I pray that you will help her by doing what you can to support her ministry. Its time we stop
pretending that child sexual abuse does not exist and come out of our closets and shine the
light on these crimes against children. Together, we can hopefully put a stop to child sexual
abuse and start helping families that have been broken begin to heal. It takes all of us. I have
heard this phrase and believe it to be true, " Without Him I can't, but without me He won't." God
wants all of us to reach out and help. God Bless, " --Laura West, Sevierville, TN, (Christian
Speaker & Author of "Blind, Burned and Living Against All Odds"; www.mymaleka.com
“Thank you to Ms. Susan Suafoa-Dinino for “speaking out” to our mentors about the
prevalence of child sexual abuse. We were enlightened by her personal story and the facts
she presented. Her perspective versus law enforcement experts in the child welfare system
made the problem real. I recommend her organization to anyone willing to learn about this
horrendous crime.” --Charlane Oliver, MPA, AMACHI Knoxville Director/Knoxville
Leadership Foundation, Knoxville, TN (4/28/09 Workshop)
"Susan, thank you so much for speaking out and standing up for our children. Your workshop
was very informative and it truly touched my heart. I thought I knew a lot on the subject of
child abuse, but you gave tons of information I did not know. What really touched my heart
was the compassion I felt from your presentation that allowed brave survivors of child abuse
to speak up and share their stories. Being an overcomer of child abuse, I know how hard it is
for some to speak out and share, but I'm glad that you set the atmosphere for us to do so. I
was molested at the age of 5 by a neighbor and then again by my sister's ex-husband. I did not
even know what molestation was until I watched an Oprah show many years ago. You inform,
motivate and inspire others to take a stand and speak out on this issue and I'm so glad that I
was a part of the workshop. Thanks again!" --Monica Ware, Knoxville, TN (3/26/09 Workshop)
"I have been a pastor for 32 years and I had an idea of sexual abuse in our society. However,
Susan's ministry has opened my eyes more. I highly recommend her seminar on
"SpeakingOut." Susan's presentation of this seminar is highly professional and engaging. You
will find the seminar informative, insightful, and inspiring, and it will be a valuable aid in your
work with sexual abuse." --Rev. Dr. Lee Wallace, Senior Pastor, First Church of God,
Knoxville, TN (3/26/09 Workshop)
"I recently attended a workshop promoted by Susan Suafoa-Dinino, president and founder, of
Speaking Out - CSA ministries. This ministry is dedicated to the unveiling of the dark and evil
activity of child sexual abuse. Society has for too long ignored the immediate need of
protecting the most vulnerable among us. Thank God for what He is doing through Susan and
her staff to make people more aware of the staggering statistics and warning signs of abused
children. 1 Corinthians 4:5 says that when Jesus returns, He will bring to light the things now
hidden in darkness and will disclose the purposes of the heart. Then each one will receive his
commendation from God. Do not turn a deaf ear nor a blind eye to the cries and tears of the
helpless victims of this horrific injustice. I completely endorse the work of Speaking Out -
CSA. May God distribute to you His commendation for your active involvement in raising
awareness of this evil, not His condemnation for your failure to care. Sincerely," --Dr. Don
Jones, Executive Director, Resolve Ministries, Knoxville, TN (2/28/09 Workshop)
"Child sexual abuse is a terrible thing in today's society, but I was not aware of the frequency
of such atrocities. Ms. Suafoa-Dinino's "SpeakingOut" forum enlightened me on this issue
and what we, as parents and grandparents, must be doing to prevent future occurrences."
--Charlie Wade, Knoxville, TN (2/22/09 TVUUC Social Issues Forum)
"Susan has assembled a caring, passionate & committed team. I would suggest that any
parent, teacher or caregiver attend the workshop." --Donald, Knoxville, TN (1/25/09
Workshop)
"I was really amazed to hear of the prevalence of Child Sexual Abuse - and across the
spectrum of all socio-economic levels as well." --Clara Segars, Knoxville, TN (1/25/09
Workshop)
"This workshop was immensely helpful! Susan is an impassioned and gifted speaker. This
issue is just too important not to speak out about. I would wholeheartedly recommend that
you schedule her for this seminar. If one child in your area of influence will be spared this
grief because of this workshop, then it will be more than worth it!" --Richard M. Elseroad,
Senior Pastor, Grace Lutheran Church, Knoxville, TN (11/6/08 Workshop)
"As a father and a child advocacy volunteer, I feel the need as well as the responsibility, to
learn everything available to me to protect and educate our children. Susan's class was well
researched and passionately presented. I would encourage anyone who is given the
opportunity to attend this class to do so as you may learn something that will save or prevent
a child from suffering this abuse. Also, consider volunteering some of your time to help her in
her mission to help all children." --Keith Black, Father, CASA Volunteer, Knoxville, TN
(8/24/08 Workshop)
"The statistics presented at the workshop on child sexual abuse were startling. The
workshop is concise and well done and provides a voice on a subject that needs both
attention and dialogue." --David Allen, Knoxville, TN (6/22/08 Workshop)
“As a Preschool Director, it is crucial for me to provide pertinent and valuable training for my
staff. Susan’s workshop definitely met all of my expectations. Her passion and enthusiasm
kept the attention of teachers who had already worked an 8 hour day with preschoolers… that
is not an easy task! --Janet Kite, Executive Director, Children’s Center of Knoxville, Inc.,
Knoxville, TN (6/2/08 Workshop)
"This workshop was excellent! We learned the signs to look for regarding the changes in a
child’s behavior. The information was extremely valuable to a childcare worker such as
myself. Working with very young children requires the knowledge of such a devastating
occurrence in a child’s life. I commend Susan for her dedication and passion and on informing
the public about this problem.” --Melinda Cloninger, Teacher, Children’s Center of Knoxville,
Inc., Knoxville, TN (6/2/08 Workshop)
"The workshop that Susan presented to us was very helpful to me as a professional, working
in childcare, and also spoke to me personally. Susan gave me a lot of support by telling her
own story and the story of others. She helped me to see how prevalent the problem is (more
so that I thought) and gave some valuable ideas of how to deal with children that have been
victims.” --Shanda O’Neil, Teacher, Children’s Center of Knoxville, Inc., Knoxville, TN (6/2/08
Workshop)
prevalence of child sexual abuse. We were enlightened by her personal story and the facts
she presented. Her perspective versus law enforcement experts in the child welfare system
made the problem real. I recommend her organization to anyone willing to learn about this
horrendous crime.” --Charlane Oliver, MPA, AMACHI Knoxville Director/Knoxville
Leadership Foundation, Knoxville, TN (4/28/09 Workshop)
"Susan, thank you so much for speaking out and standing up for our children. Your workshop
was very informative and it truly touched my heart. I thought I knew a lot on the subject of
child abuse, but you gave tons of information I did not know. What really touched my heart
was the compassion I felt from your presentation that allowed brave survivors of child abuse
to speak up and share their stories. Being an overcomer of child abuse, I know how hard it is
for some to speak out and share, but I'm glad that you set the atmosphere for us to do so. I
was molested at the age of 5 by a neighbor and then again by my sister's ex-husband. I did not
even know what molestation was until I watched an Oprah show many years ago. You inform,
motivate and inspire others to take a stand and speak out on this issue and I'm so glad that I
was a part of the workshop. Thanks again!" --Monica Ware, Knoxville, TN (3/26/09 Workshop)
"I have been a pastor for 32 years and I had an idea of sexual abuse in our society. However,
Susan's ministry has opened my eyes more. I highly recommend her seminar on
"SpeakingOut." Susan's presentation of this seminar is highly professional and engaging. You
will find the seminar informative, insightful, and inspiring, and it will be a valuable aid in your
work with sexual abuse." --Rev. Dr. Lee Wallace, Senior Pastor, First Church of God,
Knoxville, TN (3/26/09 Workshop)
"I recently attended a workshop promoted by Susan Suafoa-Dinino, president and founder, of
Speaking Out - CSA ministries. This ministry is dedicated to the unveiling of the dark and evil
activity of child sexual abuse. Society has for too long ignored the immediate need of
protecting the most vulnerable among us. Thank God for what He is doing through Susan and
her staff to make people more aware of the staggering statistics and warning signs of abused
children. 1 Corinthians 4:5 says that when Jesus returns, He will bring to light the things now
hidden in darkness and will disclose the purposes of the heart. Then each one will receive his
commendation from God. Do not turn a deaf ear nor a blind eye to the cries and tears of the
helpless victims of this horrific injustice. I completely endorse the work of Speaking Out -
CSA. May God distribute to you His commendation for your active involvement in raising
awareness of this evil, not His condemnation for your failure to care. Sincerely," --Dr. Don
Jones, Executive Director, Resolve Ministries, Knoxville, TN (2/28/09 Workshop)
"Child sexual abuse is a terrible thing in today's society, but I was not aware of the frequency
of such atrocities. Ms. Suafoa-Dinino's "SpeakingOut" forum enlightened me on this issue
and what we, as parents and grandparents, must be doing to prevent future occurrences."
--Charlie Wade, Knoxville, TN (2/22/09 TVUUC Social Issues Forum)
"Susan has assembled a caring, passionate & committed team. I would suggest that any
parent, teacher or caregiver attend the workshop." --Donald, Knoxville, TN (1/25/09
Workshop)
"I was really amazed to hear of the prevalence of Child Sexual Abuse - and across the
spectrum of all socio-economic levels as well." --Clara Segars, Knoxville, TN (1/25/09
Workshop)
"This workshop was immensely helpful! Susan is an impassioned and gifted speaker. This
issue is just too important not to speak out about. I would wholeheartedly recommend that
you schedule her for this seminar. If one child in your area of influence will be spared this
grief because of this workshop, then it will be more than worth it!" --Richard M. Elseroad,
Senior Pastor, Grace Lutheran Church, Knoxville, TN (11/6/08 Workshop)
"As a father and a child advocacy volunteer, I feel the need as well as the responsibility, to
learn everything available to me to protect and educate our children. Susan's class was well
researched and passionately presented. I would encourage anyone who is given the
opportunity to attend this class to do so as you may learn something that will save or prevent
a child from suffering this abuse. Also, consider volunteering some of your time to help her in
her mission to help all children." --Keith Black, Father, CASA Volunteer, Knoxville, TN
(8/24/08 Workshop)
"The statistics presented at the workshop on child sexual abuse were startling. The
workshop is concise and well done and provides a voice on a subject that needs both
attention and dialogue." --David Allen, Knoxville, TN (6/22/08 Workshop)
“As a Preschool Director, it is crucial for me to provide pertinent and valuable training for my
staff. Susan’s workshop definitely met all of my expectations. Her passion and enthusiasm
kept the attention of teachers who had already worked an 8 hour day with preschoolers… that
is not an easy task! --Janet Kite, Executive Director, Children’s Center of Knoxville, Inc.,
Knoxville, TN (6/2/08 Workshop)
"This workshop was excellent! We learned the signs to look for regarding the changes in a
child’s behavior. The information was extremely valuable to a childcare worker such as
myself. Working with very young children requires the knowledge of such a devastating
occurrence in a child’s life. I commend Susan for her dedication and passion and on informing
the public about this problem.” --Melinda Cloninger, Teacher, Children’s Center of Knoxville,
Inc., Knoxville, TN (6/2/08 Workshop)
"The workshop that Susan presented to us was very helpful to me as a professional, working
in childcare, and also spoke to me personally. Susan gave me a lot of support by telling her
own story and the story of others. She helped me to see how prevalent the problem is (more
so that I thought) and gave some valuable ideas of how to deal with children that have been
victims.” --Shanda O’Neil, Teacher, Children’s Center of Knoxville, Inc., Knoxville, TN (6/2/08
Workshop)
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