April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Prevention Starts With All of Us
Every April, we recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to elevate the role that individuals, organizations, and communities play in supporting children and families. Prevention isn’t just a moment, it’s a movement grounded in building strong, connected communities and systems where children and families have what they need to thrive.
At its core, prevention is about taking action before challenges arise. It’s about ensuring parents, caregivers, and everyone who works with families have access to support, training, and resources that promote safe, stable, and nurturing environments for all children and families.
You can help make prevention possible. Whether you work directly with children and families, are a community partner, educator, donor, or simply care about the wellbeing of children this month, below are several ways you can get involved in moving our mission forward this month and beyond.
3 Ways to Support Child Abuse Prevention Month
1. Join Us at Step Up for Kids | Tuesday, April 14
Each April, the Children’s Trust gathers at the Massachusetts State House to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month. Join us to learn how we’re addressing the root causes of child abuse and neglect and how your support can help families thrive.
2. Thank a Home Visitor During National Home Visiting Week | April 20 – 24
Show your support during National Home Visiting Week by thanking a home visitor in your community. Small acts of recognition can go a long way in uplifting those who support families every day.
3. Submit a Proposal to Present at A View from All Sides
Have insights, strategies, or lived experience to share? Submit a proposal to present at A View from All Sides and help shape the future of prevention work. For more information on who/what we are looking for – check out our Call for Proposals page. All applications are due by Friday, May 8.
3 Ways to Support Prevention All Year Long
1. Attend a Free Training
Check out our wide-range of free upcoming training opportunities for people who work with families, designed to strengthen families and the workforce who support them.
2. Download a Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Checklist
Download Child Sexual Abuse Prevention checklists to assess your organization’s current practices, identify gaps, and strengthen your overall child sexual abuse prevention approach.
3. Donate to Support Prevention
Your support helps expand programs, resources, and training opportunities that strengthen families and protect children. Every contribution plays a role in building a Massachusetts free from child abuse and neglect.
