“I never thought about differences in abuse rates by state and corporal punishment policies – this program helps us meet kids where they are.”
– Tracey, Pediatric / Forensic Nurse, USA

“I have a much better understanding of what has happened to the homeless and others – it is helping me develop next‑level compassion.”
– Kristin, Public Speaker, Communications Specialist, Storyteller, CSA Survivor, USA

“I plan to take this information into schools so parents and teachers can understand spanking, wrongful touch, and their consequences.”
– Saunie, Native American Community Worker

“This program helped me think about heart‑felt conversations and how to develop programs that create real change.”
– Joanni, Panamanian, Advocate / Therapist

“Learning to make a roadmap for change and emphasize follow‑up were key – I plan to use my new credentials to help organizations get involved.”
– Valerie, Author / Technology Consultant, U.S.

“Cohort 9 has been so educational and motivating, and I look forward to taking my knowledge into the field.”
– I.G., Victim Advocate II, CA, 2026

“Cohort 8 deepened my understanding of trauma‑informed communication and ethical, responsible messaging in social media.”
– Jhoanna, Social Media Virtual Assistant

“This course helped me understand how different traumas interact and pushed me to look more closely at the statistics.”
– Fatma, Lawyer, Egypt

“This was a turning point for me – empirically oriented, easy to understand, and applicable to my country and other work.”
– Stanley, Psychology Student, Nigeria (living in Hong Kong)

“I thought this would be a refresher, but, no! I learned so much – this program has been one of the highlights of my year.”
– LaQuisha, Public School Teacher, USA

“Dr. Pamela J. Pine’s Child Protection Certification Course has been profoundly impactful and should be essential training for anyone working with or advocating for children.”
– Susan L. Ernst, Author / Advocate for Children’s Safety and Freedom, 2025

“An incredible opportunity to learn from you and your team – the course is strong, informative, and does a deep dive into the material.”
– Nicole G., Medical Doctor, USA, 2025

“This certificate program is well worth the time and money and inspired me to implement new ways of delivering services to youth.”
– Sara, Youth Advocate, HI, USA, 2025

“The online Certificate Program in Child Trauma and Protection is a must for judicial officers and anyone dealing with children in the judicial system.”
– Kristen Tarrin, Lawyer, McLaughlin Tarrin Law, LLC, 2025

“The Child Protection Certification Program from IVAT is an exceptional platform for deepening professional understanding of child abuse protection.”
– KA, Specialist in Coercive Control, U.S., 2025

Informative and needed.

I love that Pamela talks openly about CSA

Strategic planning on raising awareness for a cause.

I respected her authority on this subject Her passion and no-matter-whatness impressed me the most.

The story of her on the train speaking out loud about sex abuse, and the man who tried to silence her.

That story is what I will remember.

She is amazing!

Thank you for speaking so openly about want others won’t or can’t.

Very informative

Statistics used were eye opening and motivating.

Pam is amazing and very passionate about what she does!

Critical, actionable, informative. Her work is invaluable and her talk was incredible!

Incredibly valuable and often ignored topic impacting society in a very profound manner.

This can help you understand the impact the ACE’S have on our youth and their futures even decades later.

Informative information provided in a way that modeled creating conversation about

combating child sexual trauma to get community involved in education on topic.

Your research and presentation opened my mind and heart to the seriousness of ACEs and inspired me

to dig into my own past for self-improvement, as well as be more active in spreading awareness about it.

The session was informative, validating, and made for a great call to action in our communities.

As a survivor and 10/10 ACEs score individual – Thank you Pamela.

Very beneficial and empowering session on child abuse, especially regarding child sexual abuse.

Her stories are a great reminder of what we can do to change the scenario of what exists.

One is activated to spread awareness and address the issue.

Her sessions are informative, easy-to-follow, validating, and make for a great call to action in our communities.

Dr. Pamela J. Pine’s work is invaluable and she is amazing!

I respect her authority on this subject, her passion, and no-matter-whatness about this often-ignored topic.