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Facts about child abuse and neglect

Programs

Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention »

All of us can and should be involved in keeping our nation’s children safe from abuse and neglect!

Child Welfare & Migration »

Did you know nearly one in four U.S. citizen children currently lives with at least one immigrant parent?

Chronic Neglect »

Many more children experience neglect than physical abuse. We can help!

Differential Response »

A cookie-cutter approach in child protection doesn’t always work.

Disparities in Child Welfare »

Are all children and families treated equally within the child protection system?

Family Group Decision Making »

Involving extended family members in decisions about children who need protection or care.

Fatherhood Initiative »

All too often, deserving fathers are overlooked when children need strong support systems.

Policy & Government Affairs »

Take a stand on policy and legislation that affect vulnerable children!

Scientific Research & Evaluation »

Making sure our programs and initiatives benefit kids and families.

National Movement for America's Children Awakens the Nation!

Children's News | July 21, 2011

More than a dozen organizations launch a nationwide pledge, listening tour and crowd-sourcing tool designed to develop a national strategy for the healthy growth and development of every child. Read more

Free Book Helps Families Introduce Pets and Babies

Children's News | July 20, 2011

A valuable book called Pet Meets Baby is available in a free download from American Humane Association www.americanhumane.org/petmeetsbaby to help families safely introduce a new baby or new child to a beloved pet, and a new pet to their children. Too often, young families relinquish a pet when the first baby comes, fearing harm to an infant. But there are ways to prepare the pet for a safe introduction to children, and a gentle transition in a family’s attention when a new child takes center stage. Read more

Free Download of Protecting Children

American Humane Association's quarterly journal, Protecting Children, announces that the newest volume "Love and Belonging for a Lifetime: Youth Permanency in Child Welfare" is available for download.

Protecting Children is a digital publication, normally available only to our members.

Download this special issue.

Children Need You

When Ashley Rhodes-Courter was a child stuck in foster care, she waited too long for help. Now, she’s here to tell you what you can do to help children in need.

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