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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, 2012
The White House
Presents the President of the United States of America's proclamation.
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 (2012)
Governor Sean Parnell proclaims Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month.
Arkansas (2012)
Governor Mike Beebe proclaims Child Abuse Prevention Month.
North Carolina (2012)
Governor Bev Perdue proclaims Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Texas (2012) (PDF - 484 KB)
Governor Rick Perry proclaims Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month.
Virginia (2012)
Governor Bob McDonnell proclaims Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Washington (2012) (PDF - 1546 KB)
Governor Christine O. Gregoire proclaims Child Abuse Prevention Month.