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To report child abuse and neglect, please contact Child Help USA at 1.800.4 A Child (1.800.422.4453) or see our list of State child abuse and neglect reporting numbers.

Human Trafficking and Child Welfare: A Guide for Child Welfare Agencies
Explores how child welfare agencies can identify and support children and youth who’ve been victimized and those with risk factors for future victimization including background information, relevant legislation, and strategies to address trafficking.
Definitions of Human Trafficking
This publication presents State criminal laws that define human trafficking, including involuntary servitude, forced labor and services, and sex trafficking of minors. Federal definitions of human trafficking and the inclusion of trafficking in civil ...Read More

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Supporting Child, Caregiver, and Family Well-Being in Times of Crisis: Strategies to Promote Effective Virtual and Phone Engagement
Explore this bulletin for child-serving professionals outside of child protective services that discusses ways to support children and their caregivers and connect them with appropriate resources to mitigate risks for harm during crisis situations.

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Child Welfare Outcomes 2022 Data Released
The CWO Data Site now includes data from 2018-2022 and will be available before the Congressional Report is released. The site has a new look and feel and improved accessibility while keeping its familiar functionality for exploring the data.
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Addressing mental and behavioral health in a strengths-based, holistic way can help improve a family's well-being and reduce the risk of maltreatment.

Find Help With a Personal Situation

How to Report Child Abuse and Neglect

Human Trafficking and Child Welfare: A Guide for Child Welfare Agencies

Definitions of Human Trafficking

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Supporting Child, Caregiver, and Family Well-Being in Times of Crisis: Strategies to Promote Effective Virtual and Phone Engagement

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Child Welfare Outcomes 2022 Data Released

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