It is not an easy task, but it needs to be done. Most children do not know where to go for help nor do they possess the slightest idea on how to ask for help. Since no child should be victimized, the time to act is now. We cannot allow children to be victims of family violence any longer. We need to find a solution to screen children for violence in their homes before it becomes too late.
Children deserve the right to grow up safe and healthy.
If each and every one of us reported cases of domestic violence or abuse when we suspect them, we could be saving the precious life of a child and preventing future criminality. The cycle of violence can be stopped. Children should be able to feel safe in their own homes. Recommendations to improve the Criminal Justice Response to Child Victims and Witnesses. U.S. Department of Justice.