Today, more people are aware of the signs of child abuse and neglect, more people are reporting child abuse, and more parents and guardians are changing the ways they talk to and treat their children. But, the painful realities of abuse and neglect continue to haunt the lives of our children everyday. Nearly 107,000 children were reported abused last year in Illinois. This is tragic. More must be done to protect children and strengthen families.
Prevention works, it is the only sure cure for child abuse.
A future without child abuse. The Prevent Child Abuse Illinois Board of Directors adopted a long-range plan in October 1999. This plan established several priority areas and goals to further develop Prevent Child Abuse Illinois' programs and expand its prevention message to reach more people across the state. These areas include program development, community affiliate network, public awareness, legislative affairs, partnerships, and organizational capacity.