April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and ChicagoCAC is so excited to be creating community and raising awareness around how to recognize, respond to and report child sexual abuse. We’re once again partnering with our …
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As one of ChicagoCAC’s prevention education specialists, Laura Daily does her work with a quiet dedication to the children and families of Chicago. Read what Laura has to say about her role in empowering parents …
While many might know Mayra Castillo as a friendly face in Family Support Services, that’s not all she does at ChicagoCAC. To “keep busy” as she puts it, you can find her flexing her bilingual …
Executive Director Char Rivette, MSW, LCSW, has a published article in Healing Voices. In her piece, she discusses how collaboration at ChicagoCAC makes our work stronger, and she calls on professionals to find new ways …
The cultural shift in the last few weeks has been notable. A culture that believes victims, that allows victims to come forward without fear of retaliation or blame, that holds perpetrators accountable – this is what …
What will you do to honor April as Child Abuse Prevention Month? Plan ahead with a few ideas in our March e-newsletter, including our BEYOND WORDS event and upcoming trainings.
In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month, ChicagoCAC hosts numerous trainings throughout the month of April to equip professionals and caregivers to prevent child sexual abuse. View all of our upcoming trainings now.
During the holiday season, many of us are looking forward to seeing friends and family at various events. But for survivors of child sexual abuse, these get-togethers can be a stressful time of being around their abuser or the loved ones who reacted poorly to disclosures. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
“We need to recognize that, like every other form of violence, child sexual abuse is an avoidable tragedy. We need to ensure that real resources are directed to the thoughtful development, rigorous evaluation, and broad …
Today we trained 300 Chicago Park District special recreation staff on keeping children safe. Preventing child sexual abuse starts with caring adults taking responsibility for protecting children and youth. Know what to communicate to your …
To report suspected abuse in Illinois, call 1-800-25-ABUSE (1-800-252-2873). If a child is in immediate danger, also call 911.
Outside of Illinois, call 1-800-422-4453.
