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Oklahoma Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-522-3511
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month in the United States. During this month, we join other organizations to raise awareness about the seriousness of child abuse and neglect. The goal is to inspire collective action to end child abuse and trauma, ensuring that children can lead their best lives. Importantly, child abuse knows no boundaries — it is not limited to any specific race, ethnicity, gender, age group, or social or economic status.
This year, our focus is on the powerful message: “End child abuse, every day is a beautiful day to protect a child.” Our dedicated Child Abuse and Trauma Services Team (CATS) is here to support you in proactively creating PACES (Protective and Compensatory Experiences) for your child. These straightforward and approachable practices provide children with the protection they need on a daily basis. By minimizing the negative effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES), PACES contribute to children’s long-term well-being.
Remember, everyone can play a role in supporting families to prevent child abuse and neglect. In Oklahoma, which is a mandatory reporting state, if you suspect that a child is being abused or neglected, you have a legal responsibility to report it. You can make reports at any time to the Oklahoma Child Abuse Hotline by calling 1-800-522-3511. The hotline operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and you can report concerns about child safety anonymously.