Child abuse is an ongoing and growing epidemic in the United States and the world.  No community, religion, ethnic, social or economic class is immune.  Child abuse is a crime that has life-long effects that will forever change a young child's life.

Child abuse comes in many different forms.  Emotional, Physical, Medical, Mental and Sexual.  Every minute of every day a child is abused in some form by their parents, family members or friends.


                                    

Make children a priority in your life.  Help those who are unable to help themselves.

If you suspect child abuse is happening to a child please click the following link so that you can start the process of helping that child.  If the abuse is an emergency and in progress... call 911.
          Texas Department of Family and Protective Services


Here are several links regarding child abuse and how you can stay informed and help the innocent.
 
          Cierra's Law
          The Shaken Baby Alliance
          Prevent Child Abuse
          National Children's Alliance
          Dallas Children's Advocacy Center
          National Center for Missing and Exploited Children