Support the effort to end child maltreatment in April by:
- Participate in Wear Blue Day.
- Attend the ECCS or CIP monthly training session.
- Download and customize graphics and templates for social media and email.
- Refresh your knowledge with the Recognizing and Reporting Child Maltreatment online course.
South Dakota Wear Blue Day to Prevent Child Abuse
Date TBD
Wear blue! Join us in sharing your support, by wearing blue on April 4 and sharing an image on social media.
Court Improvement Program Training
April 29: Trauma-Informed Legal Practice
Partner Event: Henry’s Run
To raise awareness and funds for child abuse prevention. All proceeds benefit Sanford Children’s Child’s Voice, a South Dakota Children’s Advocacy Center.
2025 Graphics and Templates:
Download zip file of graphics and templates.
Social Media Follow and Share:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SDCPCM
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sdcpcm/
South Dakota Resources:
https://dss.sd.gov/childprotection/nationalchildabuse.aspx
National Resources:
https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/preventing/preventionmonth/
Utilizing Native American Lakota Culture to Heal and Examine Social Determinants of Tribal Health and Persevering Through Unsolved Trauma
his session will provide a personal and professional perspective of utilizing Lakota culture and education to heal, ensuring a better future for generations to come. Presented by Damon Leader Charge, University of South Dakota.
The Role of the Child’s Attorney in Child Welfare Cases
Information on the role of the child's attorney in child welfare cases. Presented by Cassidy Stalley, Nooney & Solay.
Understanding the Landscape of Family Support Services
Information on support services for families offered by the Helpline Center including childcare search, substance use care coordination, 211, 988, and suicide loss and aftercare. Presented by Shauna Batcheller, Helpline Center.
Legislative Update
A recap of the 2025 Legislative Session to include insights on the activity and key policies affecting child protection, prevention, and family well-being. Presented by Senator Tim Reed
Independent Living Services for Youth in Foster Care
An in-depth overview of the Department of Social Services/Child Protection Independent Living Program. Presented by Tanya Septka, Independent Living Program Specialist, Department of Social Services.
Understanding the Impact of Maltreatment on Child Development
Exploration of the impact of stressors experienced during infancy, childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood. Presented by Kelly Bass, University of South Dakota.
