CACTX News
Child-Friendly Courtrooms
Monday Oct 31st
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Monday Oct 31st
CACTX is proud to partner with the Court Improvement Program and the Children's Justice Act on an exciting new education tool: "Child-Friendly Courtrooms: Items for Judicial Consideration".
It is our hope that, in cases involving child witnesses, all parties may find this guide helpful, particularly as it aims to reduce the trauma to children as they make their way through our criminal and civil justice systems.
National Children's Alliance to Administer $10 Million in Federal Grants
Saturday Nov 28th
Saturday Nov 28th
Federal funds will support Child Advocacy Centers around the country
Source: Rueters
Issues In Child Abuse
How to Respond to an Outcry of Abuse
Tuesday Nov 22nd
Source: CACTX
Tuesday Nov 22nd
Free download of "How to Respond to an Outcry of Abuse" bi-fold pamphlet.
Texas child abuse, neglect deaths soar 31 percent
Friday Mar 5th
Friday Mar 5th
Deaths from child abuse and neglect in Texas soared 31 percent to 280 last fiscal year, according to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
Source: Dallas Morning News
Sharp rise cited in Texas child abuse fatalities
Thursday Feb 25th
Thursday Feb 25th
A statewide increase in child abuse and neglect-related deaths resulted in 280 fatalities last fiscal year, a 31 percent increase compared to the previous fiscal year and the highest since the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services began keeping records in 1998.
Source: San Antonio Express News
Protection vs. prosecution
Sunday Feb 7th
Sunday Feb 7th
Balancing justice/children's well-being a tough call
Source: Amarillo.com
State must finally stop tolerating child abuse
Saturday Feb 6th
Source: My SA News
Saturday Feb 6th
It would seem almost providential that the state Blue Ribbon Task Force held its first meeting last week, just days before police say Elyse Colon stabbed her two little boys to death.
The task force, established by the Legislature last year, extends the child abuse-prevention work of Sen. Carlos Uresti beyond the San Antonio Democrat's political borders. A group of nine appointed by the governor, lieutenant governor and House speaker will review how state, local and law enforcement agencies address child abuse. The Legislature will receive the task force's recommendations next year.
Ombudsman advocates national child sex abuse strategy
Friday Nov 20th
Friday Nov 20th
Ombudsman advocates national child sex abuse strategy
Source: CTV News
Surprises under Williamson DA's image
Sunday Nov 8th
Sunday Nov 8th
Williamson County District Attorney John Bradley goes before lawmakers this week to discuss the forensic science panel.
Surprises under Williamson DA's image John Bradley, chosen by Perry to head panel in arson evidence controversy, is more complicated than his tough-on-crime reputation suggests.
Source: Austin American Statesman
Surprises under Williamson DA's image John Bradley, chosen by Perry to head panel in arson evidence controversy, is more complicated than his tough-on-crime reputation suggests.
Victim of sexual abuse speaks out to help embolden other victims
Sunday Nov 8th
Sunday Nov 8th
Woman sheds light on sexual abuse
Source: Chicago Tribune News
Local Center News
Brookshire's gives to kids
Monday Aug 30th
Monday Aug 30th
Fannin County Children's Center (Bonham)
Source: North Texas eNews
Children's Advocacy Center Works To Help Abuse Victims
Monday Aug 30th
Monday Aug 30th
CAC of Smith County (Tyler)
Source: Tyler Paper
Job helping child abuse victims fulfills but takes a toll
Monday Aug 30th
Monday Aug 30th
Jesse Gonzalez, a forensic interviewer at the Dallas Children's Advocacy Center, is often the only person to get a complete testimony from child-abuse victims. She has interviewed more than 2,000 children at the center since 2004
Source: Dallas Morning News
Rise in cases leaves Dallas-area abused kids waiting for help
Sunday May 16th
Sunday May 16th
Dallas CAC (Dallas)
Source: Dallas Morning News
"There's no excuse for child abuse.”
Thursday Apr 15th
Thursday Apr 15th
Bridgehaven CAC (Dayton)
Source: The Liberty County Vindicator
Emotional abuse vs. neglect
Wednesday Apr 14th
Wednesday Apr 14th
CAC of Anderson & Cherokee Counties (Jacksonville)
Source: Jacksonville Daily Progress
New director takes reins of children's group
Monday Apr 12th
Monday Apr 12th
Brazoria County CAC (Angleton)
Source: The Facts.com
Advocacy Center looks to 'big kids'
Sunday Apr 11th
Sunday Apr 11th
Guadalupe County CAC (Seguin)
Source: The Gazette-Enterprise
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Sunday Apr 11th
Sunday Apr 11th
CAC of Comal County (New Braunfels)
Source: The Herald-Zeitung
Child advocacy center shows off new facilities
Friday Apr 9th
Friday Apr 9th
Johnson County CAC (Cleburne)
Source: Alvarado Post
County's child abuse cases sour
Thursday Apr 8th
Thursday Apr 8th
CAC of Tom Green County (San Angelo)
Source: San Angelo Standard Times
Child Abuse Prevention Month - A big deal?
Wednesday Apr 7th
Wednesday Apr 7th
Bridgehaven CAC (Dayton)
Source: The Liberty Vindicator
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Tuesday Apr 6th
Tuesday Apr 6th
Fannin County Children's Center (Bonham)
Source: Bonham Journal
Advocates: Report all suspected child abuse
Saturday Apr 3rd
Saturday Apr 3rd
CAC of the Coastal Bend (Corpus Christi)
Source: Caller.com
Bridgehaven plans activities around Child Abuse Prevention Month to raise awareness
Wednesday Mar 17th
Wednesday Mar 17th
Bridgehaven CAC (Dayton)
Source: The Liberty Vindicator
Family Kite Festival Aimed At Promoting Child Abuse Prevention
Tuesday Mar 16th
Tuesday Mar 16th
Fort Bend CAC (Rosenberg) - Child Abuse Prevention Month
Source: Fort Bend Now
Texas Tech sorority see-sawing for children's rights
Monday Mar 8th
Monday Mar 8th
CAC of the South Plains (Lubbock)
Source: My Fox Lubbock
We must keep momentum in this fight
Wednesday Mar 3rd
Wednesday Mar 3rd
Northeast Texas CAC (Winnsboro)
Source: The Pittsburg Gazette
Nonprofit Organization of the Year Award
Friday Feb 26th
Friday Feb 26th
Gingerbread House, Ellis County CAC (Waxahachie)
Source: The Waxahachie Daily Light
Organizations provide support for child witnesses
Friday Feb 26th
Friday Feb 26th
Center for Child Protection (Austin)
Source: News 8 Austin
Graham man arrested for assaulting child
Tuesday Feb 23rd
Tuesday Feb 23rd
Virginia's House (Graham)
Source: The Graham Leader
Male models raise money for center that helps child victs of abuse
Monday Feb 15th
Monday Feb 15th
CAC of Central Texas (Belton)
Source: Killeen Daily Herald
Battling child sex abuse: Center gives children avenue to be heard
Sunday Feb 7th
Sunday Feb 7th
The Bridge (Amarillo)
Source: Amarillo.com
Sherman man sentenced for sexual assault of a child
Thursday Feb 4th
Thursday Feb 4th
Grayson County CAC (Sherman)
Source: KTEN.com
OAG Newsletters
Crime Victim Services Update
Tuesday Oct 27th
Tuesday Oct 27th
Volume I - Number VIII
Source: Office of the Attorney General
National News
Not My Coach. Not My Town. Not Anymore.
Monday Jan 9th
Source: ESPN
Monday Jan 9th
2011 brought a new sense of awareness regarding the prevalence of child sexual abuse as news of tragic scandals rocked the nation.
In ESPN's 2011 Year in Sports, this featured article by Wayne Drehs explores the changing perception of and trust in youth sports.
Tougher laws would honor Sarah Foxwell
Monday Mar 15th
Monday Mar 15th
In the March 15th Washington Post Opinion section , some critical issues are raised including the value of CAC's -- in a thoughtful and strategic way.
Source: The Washington Post
Precious: Protecting Children from Sex Abuse
Wednesday Mar 3rd
Wednesday Mar 3rd
As Oscar weekend approaches, the Chicago CAC talks about child sexual abuse, the role of CACs, and the difference one caring adult can make.
Source: WGN
Short-Term Cuts, Long-Term Consequences For Kids
Wednesday Mar 3rd
Wednesday Mar 3rd
Part two in a two part report
Source: NPR
State Budget Cuts Threaten Child Welfare Programs
Tuesday Mar 2nd
Tuesday Mar 2nd
Part one in a two part report
Source: NPR
A spotlight can help end child sexual abuse
Monday Mar 1st
Monday Mar 1st
We can stop child sexual abuse by shining a light on this difficult topic. Read more in a recent Washington Post Guest Editorial.
Source: The Washington Post
Hank Baskett accomplished on, off field
Saturday Feb 6th
Saturday Feb 6th
Oasis CAC (Clovis, NM)
Source: cnjonline.com
Texas Government and Politics
Kahle: Making legal system more child friendly
Saturday May 30th
Saturday May 30th
Two bills directly reflect the important challenges faced by the teams of professionals who meet daily at children's advocacy centers across Texas to investigate, prosecute and provide healing. They also address the reality that our justice system is designed by adults, for adults, and frequently fails to recognize the unique needs of child victims. House Bill 2236 and House Bill 3751
Source: Austin American Statesman
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