Preventing Child Abuse

 

You can find a lot of resources online on how to prevent child abuse. We have compiled a few actionable suggestions here for someone who wants to create change but might not know where to start.

Help strengthen your community by donating or volunteering at organizations dedicated to helping children and families

Being a supportive person to parents you know

Support family-friendly policies and legislation at the local, state and federal level

Encourage your employer to implement policies that support work life balance

Be a mentor to youth in your community

Start a play group

 

Know the signs of abuse

 

Child Abuse Hotline:

To report the suspected abuse of a child call 530-841-4200

or 530-842-7009 after business hours

Child Abuse Prevention Month Events 2021

Every April Youth Empowerment Siskiyou recognizes Child Abuse Prevention Month. We will be displaying our "Pinwheels for Prevention" as well as hosting several events to raise awareness:

 

Virtual Auction: Bidding will be open April 1st-30th

Virtual CASA Superhero Run: Run/hike/bike your race anytime between April 1st- 30th

River Clean Up: April 24th

Camp Kickoff: April 30th

 

Access the virtual auction here

 

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