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39th Annual Child Abuse Prevention Month

National Child Abuse Prevention Month will be observed April 2026. The purpose of CAPM is to:
  • Recognize the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect.
  • Promote prevention services and supports that can help to protect children and strengthen families.
  • Help raise awareness to prevent child abuse and neglect.

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History of National Child Abuse Prevention Month

National Child Abuse Prevention Month was first observed in 1984 by proclamation by President Ronald Reagan to raise the awareness of the important issue of child abuse and neglect.  Since 1987, SCCS has observed and celebrated Child Abuse Prevention Month (aka Child & Family Awareness Month) annually to educate people about child abuse and neglect prevention and to help build a solid foundation of strong community support for children and families.

How You Can Help

  • Make the difference, make the call. Calls of suspected child abuse and neglect are to be made to our 24-Hour Child Abuse & Neglect Hotline: (330) 434-KIDS (5437).

  • Consider becoming a foster parent.  Call our 24-Hour Foster Care & Adoption Inquiry Line at (330) 379-1990.

  • Donate or volunteer!  There are many ways you can support children and families. Call our Volunteer & Donation Line at (330) 379-1980.

  • Request a speaker! Help us educate the community about SCCS and the important work we do to protect children and support families.

For additional information, please contact Summit County Children Services at (330) 379-1994 or at [email protected].