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Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in North Carolina GRAHAM, N.C. (April 1, 2026) – Children’s Advocacy Centers of North Carolina (CACNC), a statewide non-profit focused on child abuse investigation, treatment, prosecution and prevention, announced today it is calling on communities across…

#HopeinAction April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and an important time for caregivers, child abuse professionals, advocacy groups and communities at large to consider how they can prevent and address child abuse in their homes and communities. Here are helpful ways you can support the equation to put…

Summary As hurricane season looms, disaster preparedness often focuses on bottled water, batteries and evacuations. But storms don’t only topple power lines — they destabilize families, heighten stress and put children at greater risk of abuse and exploitation. This article explores the critical role of child protection during…

Annual award is presented at statewide symposium on child abuse and neglect, providing ongoing training to professionals involved in NC’s response to child abuse. GRAHAM, NC – Sept. 24, 2025 – Children’s Advocacy Centers of North Carolina (CACNC), a statewide non-profit focused on child abuse prevention and support,…

The rise of AI-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM) presents new challenges for law enforcement and parents alike. Parents and caregivers must stay vigilant with online safety, from monitoring shared images to educating children on reporting suspicious activity.