The first step in helping to prevent child abuse is to be informed. One of the best ways to be informed is to attend the upcoming 2014 National Conference for Ameria’s Children presented by Prevent Child Abuse America and Healthy Families America. pinwheels for child abuse prevention2014 National Conference for America’s Children When : Sunday, May 18, 2014 2:30 PM - Wednesday, May 21, 2014 1:00 PM Eastern Time Zone Where: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville-Riverfront 225 E Coastline Drive Jacksonville, Florida 32202 USA View Event Summary View Event Agenda Interested in helping us make a difference? There are so many ways. Whether you reach out to your local chapter or support us through one of our exciting events, you bring positive change to children in your community! Learn how to Take Action now. Becoming a child abuse prevention advocate doesn’t need to feel intimidating. Policy-makers benefit from hearing about the issues that are of the most concern to their constituents and welcome that feedback. child abuse prevention You are already an advocate if you have ever: Posted about an issue that’s important to you on facebook, twitter, or other social media sites Given your opinion in a town meeting Returned a faulty product to a store Stood up for someone who was being unfairly treated in a public place Written a letter to a business about poor or outstanding services received, or Gone to City Hall to complain about a property tax bill that seems too high Being an advocate gives you the opportunity to encourage the public and policy-makers to prioritize and act on issues that benefit children and families. Together, we can ensure that the institutions and policies are operating effectively to foster healthy child development and prevent child abuse and neglect. To learn more about advocacy, and how you can become an advocate for child abuse and neglect prevention, please download our comprehensive handbook. ABOUT PREVENT CHILD ABUSE AMERICA Founded in 1972 in Chicago, works to ensure the healthy development of children nationwide. The organization promotes that vision through a network of chapters in 50 states and nearly 600 Healthy Families America home visiting sites in 39 states, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Commonwealth of the Marianas, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, and Canada. A major organizational focus is to advocate for the existence of a national policy framework and strategy for children and families while promoting evidence-based practices that prevent abuse and neglect from ever occurring.
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