National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect and promotes the social and emotional well-being of children and families. During the month of April, parishes are encouraged to increase awareness through bulletin announcements, activities, events, homilies and social media.
English Resources
Child Abuse Prevention Month Resource Book
Bulletin Inserts
- April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
- Every Child Deserves a Safe Environment
- Ten Tips for Protecting Children
- Warning Signs of Abuse
- Protecting Children Requirements
- 5 Ways to Protect Children (insert and foldable card)
Social Media Graphics
- April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
- Keeping Children & Teens Safe Online
- Every Child Deserves a Safe Environment
- Daily Novena Intercessions
- 5 Ways to Protect Children
Other Resources
- Rosary for Healing & Protection
- Parish Self-Assessment Guide
- A Prayer for Healing Prayer Card(English & Spanish)
- Promise to Protect (tri-fold)
- Novena for Protection & Healing
- Pinwheel Coloring Page
Spanish Resources
Child Abuse Prevention Month Resource Booklet (2024)
Bulletin Inserts
- Ten Tips for Protecting Children
- Warning Signs of Abuse
- Protecting Children Requirements
- 5 Ways to Protect Children (insert & foldable card)
Social Media Graphics
- April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
- Keeping Children & Teens Safe Online
- Daily Novena Intercessions
- 5 Ways to Protect Children
Other Resources
- Rosary for Protection & Healing
- Parish Self-Assessment Guide
- A Prayer for Healing Prayer Card (English & Spanish)
- Promise to Protect (tri-fold)
- Novena for Protection & Healing