Child abuse is a topic nobody really wants to talk about.

It’s uncomfortable. It draws attention to how vulnerable we are as parents and as communities. But just imagine what we could do if we talked openly about this epidemic. When we talk about the issue of child abuse and take proactive steps to keep kids safe, we create communities in which there is no place for a perpetrator to gain access to a child.

Now, let’s talk about it with you.

Become a part of an educated and empowered community where ALL children are safe from harm.

DCAC Education Programs

Select one of our programs listed below and request a speaker for your community group, corporation or place of worship.

Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center 101
Familiarizes community members with the multi-disciplinary team model used at the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center to investigate and prosecute child abuse cases as well as to treat its victims, both children and non-offending family. (15 – 30 minutes)

Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse
This seminar teaches those individuals who work with children on a daily basis about the signs and symptoms of child abuse. Professionals will learn facts about child abuse, how to recognize physical and behavioral signs of the varying forms of child abuse, as well as many other important details for how to make a report. (1 – 1.5 hours)

Keeping Your Children Safe From Harm
Perfect for a “lunch and learn” at a place of business, place of worship or for any community members/parents who want to learn the basics about DCAC and about keeping children safe - a 24 minute video is followed by facilitated discussion. (1 hour)

How Parents Can Help Keep Their Kids Safe on the Internet
As technology continues to grow and change at such a fast pace, many parents struggle to keep up with the methods of communication their children use to keep in touch with friends and classmates. Through this seminar, parents can learn valuable insights into how the Internet is being used to target children and what they can do to protect their children. (1 – 1.5 hours)