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A timeline outlining the DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) initiatives from November 2020 to September 2024. Timeline Details: Nov. 2020: 3-part DEIB training for staff and interns Dec. 2020: DEIB training for board ...: Hiatus due to COVID Feb. 2023: DEIB journey re-launch Mar. 2023: First retreat Apr. 2023: DEIB committee formed Sept. 2023: Second retreat Oct. 2023: Committee drafted DEIB Statement Feb. 2024: Teams begin chart of work Sep. 2024: Third retreat

DEIB Update

We’re dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). To break it down, diversity is about celebrating and representing our differences; equity is making sure everyone has what they need to succeed; inclusion ensures everyone’s voice is heard; and belonging, the ultimate goal, is creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, celebrated, respected, and…

Jun 2024

June 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter

Our June 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter is live!  In this Issue: Message from Interim President and CEO, Dr. Kristina Jones 3rd Annual Play Like a Kid Sponsors and Raffle CAPA DEIB Update Program Spotlight: School-Based Social Emotional Learning Class Graduation … and more! Read our June 2024 CAPA Connections issue here   Want to stay…

Leadership Transition

A Letter from CAPA’s Board President Dear CAPA Community, It is with gratitude and optimism that I announce a leadership transition at the Child Abuse Prevention Association. After ten years of exceptional stewardship and vision, our esteemed President and CEO, Rochelle Parker, will transition to another organization in June. Under Rochelle’s leadership, CAPA’s revenue increased by…

May 2024

May 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter

Our May 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter is live!  In this Issue: 3rd Annual Play Like a Kid Preview Self-Care Tip: Mental Health Awareness Month Staff Spotlight: Celebrating two staff with 20+ years of service Child Abuse Prevention Month Recap … and more! Read our May 2024 CAPA Connections issue here   Want to stay up…

**Alt text:** "CAPA's Impact in 2023" infographic by the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA). **Counseling:** - 325 individuals served - 14,487 hours of counseling - 94% of counseling clients demonstrated progress toward one or more of their therapeutic goals **Family Support:** - 389 total visits - 39 families served - 92% of participating families demonstrated increased resilience and family function **Community Education:** - 1,100+ people served - 481+ hours of education - Including: - 84 outreach events - 186 hours of outreach - 40 mandated reporters trained - More than 269 children, adults, and professionals participated in structured Prevention Education curricula - 184 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) students received 147 hours of education - 45 Parenting Skills Training (PST) participants received 148 hours of education with 100% agreeing their parenting skills and understanding of child development increased At the bottom, the URL "capacares.org" is displayed.

CAPA’s Impact in 2023

A Year of Helping and Healing Here’s how we made a difference in 2023. Counseling Services We provided 325 people with 14,487 hours of counseling. It’s great to know that 94 percent of them made progress toward their goals. Family Support We visited 39 families a total of 389 times, and 92 percent of these…

Apr 2024

April 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter

Our April 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter is live!  In this Issue: Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month Event Listing Activity Tutorial: Spring Pot Painting Volunteer Appreciation Staff Spotlight: Home Visiting Heroes … and more! Read our April 2024 CAPA Connections issue here   Want to stay up to date on all things CAPA? Follow us on…

Feb 2024

February 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter

Our February 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter is live!  In this Issue: Honoring a Decade of Excellence 2023 Impact Parenting Tip: The Important of Time-Ins 3rd Annual Play Like a Kid Registration is Open Read our February 2024 CAPA Connections issue here Want to stay up to date on all things CAPA? Follow us on social…

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January 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter

Our January 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter is live and has a new look! We are excited for a new year filled with inspiring hope and healing for children and adults in our community. A primary goal for this year is to share more stories from our staff, leadership, and the individuals we serve. Our team…

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Play Like a Kid!

When is the last time you PLAYED like a KID?! Team Registration is NOW OPEN for our second annual Play Like a Kid Field Day FUNdraiser! Bring your office/department out for a fun team building exercise to support CAPA and help keep kids safe from abuse and neglect. Register today on our events page!

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Show Your Support

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month! This month, reach out to CAPA for a Blue Ribbon window decal (suggested donation $25). By displaying a Blue Ribbon in your office or business window, you proudly show your commitment to ending child abuse and neglect in our community. Check out our events page for more way…