Narrowing the Door to Child Welfare
Wow, what a year 2022 was. We are so grateful to everyone who celebrated our 50th anniversary with us and continues to be part of our journey. And while we are excited about our successes, there’s still more to be done. In 2023, we hope you’ll keep building together with us toward a shared vision of thriving families and communities—today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. We’re even more determined to bring the public health issue of child neglect and abuse out of the shadows and into conversations that will help us stop it before it starts.
January’s newsletter showcases opportunities for healing communities, narrowing the door to child welfare, and opening up the opportunity for children and families to reach their full health and life potential. In this issue, check out webinars and a podcast that explores prevention strategies. From home visiting to advocacy of family-strengthening policies, new possibilities are emerging in the primary prevention space.
I'm most excited to convene and discuss the latest research and best practices at Together for Prevention—PCAA National Conference, August 22 - 24, 2023. This convening will mark the first time in three years that we’ve been able to see one another face-to-face and support each other at such a large scale.
Admittedly, a lot has happened since we were last together. Not all of it has been easy to navigate, but we've weathered this journey because we know that prevention happens in partnership. And together, we have the tools to find solutions to strengthen families by embracing togetherness, building partnerships, and nurturing deeper understanding—all in an effort to elevate our prevention efforts across the country.
Check out our short video where I share my take on the importance of attending the annual conference in Baltimore this August. I am inspired by your dedication and I’m counting down the days until we can come together for prevention.
Warmest regards,
Dr. Melissa Merrick
President and CEO, Prevent Child Abuse America