Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina ensures that child maltreatment prevention is a priority for North Carolina and all communities have the knowledge, support and resources to prevent child abuse and neglect.
Key Issue Areas
Co-lead in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) prevention efforts with the programs Connections Matter and Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs).
Co-lead in Neglect prevention efforts with the program Strengthening Families Program.
Participate in Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) prevention efforts.
Utilizing the Protective Factors Framework through ACEs, Advocacy, and Training.
Implementing the Essentials for Childhood Framework strategies: Raise Awareness & Commitment, Norms Change and Programs, and Policy/Advocacy.
The chapter works with the following evidence-based home visiting models: Family Resource Centers (FRCs) and Triple P.
Advocacy efforts include
- Invest in Family Support Programs
- Implement Family-Friendly Workplace Policies
- Build Families’ Economic Security
Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina is an independent organization.
Fast Facts
26 total FTEs
CBCAP Grantee
The chapter partners with businesses/corporations, foundations, Kappa Delta, and United Way.
Key Contact
- Sharon Hirsch
- info@preventchildabusenc.org
- 919-829-8009
