Our Work
Our Work
The Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment (CPCM) is bringing together training, research, and statewide partnerships to increase knowledge, response to and prevention of child maltreatment.
The three pillars of our work are:
Know
Understanding risk is the foundation of effective action. CPCM gathers and analyzes data, promotes awareness, integrates research and evidence-based practices, and supports a shared understanding of how child maltreatment affects South Dakota families and communities, including the specific disparities and considerations that impact Native American children and families.
Respond
When risk or harm is identified, response must be timely, effective, and coordinated. CPCM supports professionals and systems through training, technical assistance, and practical guidance with an emphasis on multidisciplinary approaches and culturally responsive practice.
Prevent
Prevention means working upstream, before harm occurs. CPCM strengthens workforce capacity, supports policies and practices that promote safety and whole-child wellbeing, and works to improve the long-term conditions that allow children and families to thrive.
Current Work Lead and Supported by CPCM
Businesses for Babies
An initiative that highlights South Dakota businesses that support families through family-forward policies.
Children's Advocacy Centers of SD
Fostering collaboration among children's advocacy centers and multidisciplinary response teams across South Dakota.
Children's Wellbeing Data Initiative
The State of the South Dakota Children’s Wellbeing Data Initiative is a report that improves tracking and monitoring of child wellbeing.
Court Improvement Program Training Series
Monthly online training series for attorneys, judges, and other multidisciplinary professionals working with families involved in abuse and neglect cases.
Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems
A statewide collaboration to help ensure a strong start for South Dakota children.
End Online Child Abuse
A community awareness campaign to strengthen safe use of online platforms by youth.
Legislative Activity
Utilizing current best practices and studies to support issue briefs on topics relating to the prevention of and response to child maltreatment.
Mandatory Reporting
Supporting educational opportunities for mandatory reporters in our state.