Tag: child abuse
Latest Child Fatality Review Data Finds Fewer Deaths, But More Resources Needed
The Arizona Department of Health Services’ Child Fatality Review Team recently released its annual review of child deaths in the state, indicating that while the overall mortality rate in 2014 had dropped from the previous year, there are still too many Arizona children whose lives could have been saved.
SAVE THE DATE – 2016 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Kickoff Luncheon & Educational Conference!
SAVE THE DATE! Join us on MARCH 31, 2016 in celebrating outstanding community members who give exceptional support and care to children and youth in recognition of April: Child Abuse Prevention Month.
DCS, What works to help families in need
Since the new Department of Child Safety (DCS) was created one year ago, the number of children living in foster care has continued to grow far faster than the number of foster families or the number of staff able to handle their cases. An additional 1,300 children in foster care are overwhelming the system and […]
How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime
“Childhood trauma isn’t something you just get over as you grow up. Pediatrician Nadine Burke Harris explains that the repeated stress of abuse, neglect and parents struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues has real, tangible effects on the development of the brain. This unfolds across a lifetime, to the point where those who’ve […]
2015 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Kickoff Luncheon
Coconino Coalition for Children and Youth Presents: 2015 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Kickoff Luncheon Join us in celebrating four outstanding community members who give exceptional support and care to Coconino County children and youth. Proceeds from this year’s Annual Child Abuse Prevention Fundraiser and Caring for Children Awards will support CCC&Y’s prevention, community education and […]
Every Child Deserves a Fair Chance
For many, the start of a new year is a chance to turn over a new leaf and take a hard look at the gap between who we say want and need to be and who we are. As a nation it’s time to close our hypocrisy gap in the treatment of our children and […]
Stewards of Children – Child Abuse Prevention Training – January 24th
What is Stewards of Children? Stewards of Children is a prevention training program that teaches adults how to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. The program is designed for organizations that serve youth and for individuals concerned about the safety of children. It is the only nationally distributed, evidence based program proven […]
REMINDER Training Opportunity – Stewards of Children Workshop on December 10th
Don’t miss this great opportunity for the Darkness to Light, Stewards of Children Training to help children stay safe from sexual predators and to increase your awareness of how to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse This is a FREE workshop for parents, staff, and volunteers advocating for or working directly with children. Hosted by North Country […]
Stewards of Children Workshop on December 10th
Darkness to Light: Stewards of Children Training Help children stay safe from sexual predators “Increase your awareness to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse” Free workshop for parents, staff, and volunteers advocating for children Hosted by North Country HealthCare December 10, 2014 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eric’s Community Room – NCHC Flagstaff The Stewards of Children […]
Stewards of Children Workshop on December 10th
Darkness to Light: Stewards of Children Training Help children stay safe from sexual predators “Increase your awareness to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse” Free workshop for parents, staff, and volunteers advocating for children Hosted by North Country HealthCare December 10, 2014 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eric’s Community Room – NCHC Flagstaff The Stewards of Children […]
