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April Is National Child Abuse Prevention Month

Explore the new resources and find out how we can work within our communities to help children and families thrive! 

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Child Care is Essential and Child Care Workers are a Priority for COVID-19 Vaccinations

Vaccinations are free and available to child care providers through the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program.

Learn more about the vaccine, the campaign to get all child care providers vaccinated this month, and how to schedule your vaccination.

Child Maltreatment Report Released

This report includes national data about instances of child abuse and neglect known to state child protective services agencies

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Look Beneath the Surface

Raise awareness in your community with new HHS Look Beneath the Surface campaign materials.

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Murdered and Missing Native Americans

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) requests your input on its draft Missing and Murdered Native Americans (MMNA) Framework

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Stay Safe and Informed about COVID-19

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