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Proclamations and Press Releases for National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Each year in April, the President of the United States issues a proclamation to announce National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Many State Governors also issue proclamations to encourage public awareness of child abuse and neglect, recommit State resources to the cause, and promote community involvement through State and local activities.
National Child Abuse Prevention Month, 2011
The White House
Presents the President of the United States of America's proclamation.
A Resolution Designating April 2011 as "National Child Abuse
Prevention Month"
United States Senate
Provides information on Senate Resolution 127, sponsored by Senators Susan M. Collins and John F. Kerry.
Expressing Support for the Goals and Ideals of National Child Abuse Prevention Month
United States House of Representatives
Provides information on House Resolution 1293, sponsored by Representatives Judy Biggert and Greg Walden.
Report Shows Steady Decrease in Child Abuse and Neglect
Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Reviews trends from the annual Child Maltreatment report.
State proclamations
Alaska (2011)
Governor Sean Parnell proclaims Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month.
Colorado (2011) (PDF - 275 KB)
Governor John Hickenlooper proclaims Child Abuse Prevention Month.
New Mexico (2011) (PDF - 76 KB)
Governor Susana Martinez proclaims Child Abuse Awareness Month.
Nevada (2011)
Governor Brian Sandoval proclaims Child Abuse Prevention Month.
North Carolina (2011)
Governor Bev Perdue proclaims Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Virginia (2011)
Governor Robert McDonnell recognizes Child Abuse Prevention Month.