Happy Children. Healthy Families.

Utah Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Center

Working together, we can protect Utah's most valuable resource - its children. Through initiatives including education programs on abuse recognition and reporting for both children and adults, evidence-based home visiting support for parents, and more, Prevent Child Abuse Utah is dedicated to this vital cause.
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2023 Joining Forces Conference

April 25th & 26th, 2023

Joining Forces Conference
Learn the latest strategies and approaches for building protective factors and enhancing the strengths of the families you serve. The conference will provide multiple classes that allow you to customize your experience as needed.

Our Courses are now online

Giving adults the information they need to keep Utah’s children safe through education and awareness.

Adults Working with Youth

This online course teaches adults working with youth how to protect children from abuse.

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A Course for Parents

This online course teaches parents how to protect their children from abuse and how to recognize it.

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Important Resources
At Prevent Child Abuse Utah, we lay the groundwork to deliver the great childhoods that all children deserve. We promote services that improve child well-being and develop programs that help to prevent abuse and neglect before it occurs.

See how funding is put to use.
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School-Based programs
All presentations and courses are free of charge.
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Home Visiting Programs
Parents as Teachers is a FREE, evidence-based national home visitation program.
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Latest Press

Welcome to our blog section where we provide valuable information and insights on various topics that matter to you, including child abuse prevention and awareness.
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Understanding child development helps reduce stress for parents, caregivers and children. When developmental stages are understood, parents are less likely to be stressed or overwhelmed by challenging behavior and unrealistic expectations.

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Understanding child development helps parents better understand the needs and behaviors of their child. This can lead to stronger relationships built on trust and empathy!

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Understanding child development improves communication between parent or caregiver and child! Better communication strengthens families so that everyone involved in caring for the child are equipped with the same information.

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REGISTER TODAY for our annual Joining Forces Conference. The conference will be held via Zoom on April 25 & 26, 2023. Speakers will be giving us the latest strategies for building protective factors that strengthen families. The conference will provide multiple classes that allow you to customize your experience.

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Scholarships are available

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Understanding child development helps parents identify any developmental delays that may require early intervention and support! This is one of the many reasons why understanding child development strengthens families.

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New on post on the blog! Understanding childhood development is an important protective factor against child abuse and neglect. Learn more about how this protective factor helps strengthen families and promotes healthy development at the link in our bio!

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Take your kids on a trip to your local library this National Reading Month! Libraries are amazing resources for families. Whether you’re looking for activities for kids, working on reading skills, or searching for resources, the library has something for you!

Thanks to @davis.county.library for having us!

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Ready to be part of Utah's child abuse prevention?

If you are considering a donation or would like to help in a volunteer capacity, please contact us using the link below. Your participation can and will make a difference.
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Ready to be part of Utah's child abuse prevention?

If you are considering a donation or would like to help in a volunteer capacity, please contact us using the links below. Your participation can and will make a difference.
Contact us
Become a donor
Board members
Board members contribute their time and resources to Prevent Child Abuse Utah's advocacy efforts, fundraising events, and awareness campaigns.
Meet the board
Support through events
Fun and informative, our fundraiser events are a great way to engage with us and help provide a brighter future for Utah's children.
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Ready to be part of Utah's child abuse prevention?

If you are considering a donation or would like to help in a volunteer capacity, please contact us using the links below. Your participation can and will make a difference.
Contact us
Donate
Board members
Board members contribute their time and resources to Prevent Child Abuse Utah's advocacy efforts, fundraising events, and awareness campaigns.
Meet the board
Support through events
Fun and informative, our fundraiser events are a great way to engage with us and help provide a brighter future for Utah's children.
View next event