April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a national month dedicated to recognizing the ways that people can get involved in the healthy development of children. Prevent Child Abuse America and Minnesota Communities Caring for Children are spreading the message that everyone plays a role in helping great childhoods happen.
Get involved with child abuse prevention by taking part in activities like mentoring children and parents, advocating for family-friendly policies, and donating time and money.
30 Ways In 30 Days
A study commissioned by Prevent Child Abuse America shows that only 27% of Americans report that they are engaged in prevention. However, that same study showed that 80% of Americans reported donating goods, money or time to an organization supporting children and families, 70% reported volunteering with children through places of worship, schools, and sports or academic clubs, and 56% provided mentorship to a child in their family, neighborhood, or community.
"These numbers show that many people are already involved in activities that prevent child abuse and neglect, they just don't realize it," said Dan Duffy, President and CEO of Prevent Child Abuse America. Learn more about how your actions can help spread the word about how prevention can make a difference for Minnesota children and families by sharing the 30 Ways in 30 Days campaign.
Ready Your Pinwheels
Pinwheels are the national symbol of child abuse prevention and a visible reminder of the happy and healthy childhood that all children deserve. Each year, advocates and community partners in Minnesota plant pinwheel gardens in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month. When we invest in healthy child development, we are investing in community development. Order your pinwheels for Child Abuse Prevention month here.
Pinwheels are the national symbol of child abuse prevention and a visible reminder of the happy and healthy childhood that all children deserve. Each year, advocates and community partners in Minnesota plant pinwheel gardens in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month. When we invest in healthy child development, we are investing in community development. Order your pinwheels for Child Abuse Prevention month here.
Turning Minnesota Blue
On Friday, April 6th, MCCC Pariticpated in #WearBlue2018, a day dedicated to celebrating child abuse prevention efforts across the country.
16th Annual Pinwheels for Prevention Awardees
Each year, Minnesota Communities Caring for Children spotlights tribes and communities statewide that have consistently worked to create safe and healthy environments for children. The Pinwheels for Prevention Award is presented annually to recognize communities that exemplify a strong commitment to the prevention of child maltreatment through collaborative efforts. Work at the community level is crucial to creating environments where families and children thrive.
Each year, Minnesota Communities Caring for Children spotlights tribes and communities statewide that have consistently worked to create safe and healthy environments for children. The Pinwheels for Prevention Award is presented annually to recognize communities that exemplify a strong commitment to the prevention of child maltreatment through collaborative efforts. Work at the community level is crucial to creating environments where families and children thrive.
African American Babies Coalition
African American Coalition on Child Protection (AACCP)
FamilyWise
Fond du Lac Band
Carlton County Community Partners
Fond du Lac Tribal Social Services
Grant County Child & Youth Council
Lifetrack
Lincoln Park Children and Families Collaborative
Mt. Olivet Missionary Baptist Church
Olmsted County
Minnesota Peacebuilding Leadership Institute
Quality Parenting Initiative (QPI) / ASPIRE MN
West Central Initiative Fund/Early Childhood Programs
Hubbard Broadcasting Stations -KIKV FM & Cool FM in Alexandria, Paul Bunyan Broadcasting in Bemidji, WJJY-FM, B93.3, Cool 103.5, 107.5 The Power Loon in Brainerd, and KWAD/KNSP in Wadena.
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