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/
Stress Triggers on Families, including Holiday Stress
Presented by Nikki Eining, Avera Behavioral Brookings.
Connecting Families and Clients with Services
Presented by Betsy Schuster, Helpline Center.
Cultural Awareness in the Courtroom
Presented by Wayne Weston, Center for Disabilities.
Family Considerations in Abuse and Neglect Cases
Presented by Tifanie Petro, Children's Home Society.
Safety and Planning Conditions for Return
Presented by Pamela Bennett, SD Department of Social Services.
