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Earlier in the year, the State of Iowa announced a planned Alignment between the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS). The two primary human services agencies in the state will soon become a single department, Health and Human Services (HHS). The Alignment is expected to officially begin […]
Read MoreConversations regarding healthy relationships, sex, and unplanned pregnancy should start early and continue throughout adolescence. Let’s Talk Month urges adults and adolescents to have open communication about sexuality. Prevent Child Abuse Iowa encourages adults to be the sex educators kids want, with the accurate information they need. Find communication tips, messages worth repeating, and more […]
Read MoreYes – you heard right. It has been refreshed, updated, refurbished, reconditioned, improved, revised – whatever synonym you prefer, and we’re so excited to share! We heard feedback from around the state and worked with Dr. Linda Chamberlain, curriculum developer, to improve and update the curriculum. The goal of Connections Matter remains the same: To […]
Read More2020 was a year of many challenges and devastating losses, but also one of reminders and affirmation. We were reminded of our resilience and the importance of relationships. We saw the positive impact that communities can have on families. Prevent Child Abuse Iowa celebrated victories with new partnerships and programs to address community needs. We look […]
Read MorePrevent Child Abuse Iowa advocated for policies, appropriate funding and community awareness of child abuse prevention and support for Iowa children and families.
Read MoreWe are thrilled to recognize two award recipients for our 2021 Community Hero Award.
Read MoreSex Ed for All Month is truly focused on “all” individuals regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, culture, abilities/disabilities or socioeconomic status.
Read MorePrevent Child Abuse Iowa held their Annual Meeting on April 13th, 2021 at 7:30 a.m. Due to social distancing measures surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting was held virtually on Zoom. The new slate of Board Officers for 2021-2022 are as follows: John Marshall, President Katheryn Thorson, Past President Chris Gray, Vice President Nate Johnson, […]
Read MoreGovernor Kim Reynolds has recognized April as Child Abuse Prevention Month with a Proclamation signing. The theme of this year’s awareness and impact campaign is “Growing a Better Tomorrow for All Children, Together.” Prevent Child Abuse Iowa recognizes the importance of community-based support for all children and families. “We can build healthier, safer, and thriving […]
Read MorePrevent Child Abuse Iowa will be hosting our Annual Meeting on April 13th, 2021 at 7:30 AM. Due to the social distancing measures surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic we will be meeting virtually on Zoom. For login information to attend please reach out to Kate Murphy (kmurphy@pcaiowa.org).
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