April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month — a reminder that protecting children is not only a moral responsibility, but a critical public safety issue for Kaufman County.

Child abuse is a crime. It impacts classrooms, neighborhoods, churches, and ultimately the long-term safety and stability of our community. National research estimates that 1 in 8 children will experience sexual abuse before their 18th birthday. Locally, one in four reported child abuse cases last year resulted in a child being brought to the Children’s Advocacy Center for Kaufman County (CACKC) for a forensic interview.

Education, awareness, and early reporting reduce stigma and interrupt abuse sooner. Every adult has a role in recognizing warning signs, having age-appropriate safety conversations, and reporting concerns. Protecting children requires continued community commitment and investment. Child safety infrastructure — including forensic interviews, advocacy, and trauma therapy — is essential to maintaining a safe and thriving county.

This April, we invite you to stand with us. Wear blue on Friday, April 10th, share prevention messages, purchase a CACKC Stand Up for Children custom shirt ( https://www.bonfire.com/stand-up-shirt/ ) purchase a CACKC Yard Sign, volunteer, donate, and help strengthen the safety net around our children.

Yard Sign pick-up is at CACKC 2005 S. Houston St. Kaufman, Tx 75142

Stand Up for Children YARD SIGN

By Children's Advocacy Center for Kaufman County

Stand Up for Children YARD SIGN

WE STAND UP FOR CHILDREN