Child Abuse Prevention Month

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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. PCAT puts together an informational packet that is distributed to various agencies and individuals throughout Tennessee. The packet contains excellent information about what can be done about child abuse. We also include parent tip sheets that can be passed out in communities.

If you are interested in receiving this year's packet please email Tracey Hawk by clicking here or she can be reached at 615-383-0994. Please include in the subject line of the email child abuse prevention month.

The 2008 Child Abuse Prevention Packet is divided into Chapters and you will need adobe reader to download the chapters. Please click on the chapter to download it. These are large files so it will take a minute to download. If you are unable to download the files please email Tracey Hawk by clicking here.

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Please join us on March 31st from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at the Tennessee legislature to kick-off Child Abuse Prevention Month. The house will pass a resolution proclaming April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. The governor will sign a proclomation. It will be an excellent time for agencies to show the legislature how important prevention is to child abuse and neglect.

If you are interested in attending the event and would like more details please email Tracey Hawk by clicking here or contact Tracey at 615-440-7655.

2008 Child Abuse Prevention Month Packet

It's Your Turn to Make A Difference

Chapter 1: Overview

Chapter 2: The Five Protective Factors

Chapter 3: Engaging Your Community

Chapter 4: When Children Are at Risk

Chapter 5: Resources

Chapter 6: TIp Sheets for Parents

If you are interested in ordering pinwheels please download the pinwheel order form by clicking here

If you have any questions about the packet or the pinwheels please contact Tracey Hawk at 615-440-7655.

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