(DCCA-DYS) — The Division of Youth Services’ Child Protective Services has declared April 2024 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention and Awareness Month.
This month-long observance is dedicated to raising awareness and preventing child abuse and neglect across the islands, aligning with the national theme for this year, “Building Together: Prevention in Partnership.”
The national theme which we are embracing locally, focuses on empowering individuals and communities to make a significant impact in the lives of children, ensuring they have safe, stable and nurturing environments they need for healthy development and a brighter future.
Child Protective Services or CPS is excited to announce a series of events designed to educate, engage and empower our community in the fight against child abuse and neglect.
Highlighting the calendar is the annual DYS Family Fun Day, scheduled for May 4, 2024. This event promises a day filled with activities, entertainment and educational resources for families, emphasizing the importance of positive parenting and community support.
Furthermore, we are thrilled to introduce the first-ever Strike Out Child Abuse Co-Ed Softball Tournament. This inaugural event aims to bring our community together through the spirit of competition, raising awareness and funds for child abuse prevention initiatives. More details on the tournament will be shared in the coming weeks.
CPS calls upon all community members, organizations and businesses to join us in these efforts. Whether through participating in our events, spreading the word or making a donation, your support is crucial in our fight against child abuse and neglect.
Stay tuned for more information on our upcoming events and how you can get involved. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our CNMI children and families, ensuring they grow up in a community that cares, protects and supports their well-being.
About CPS
Child Protective Services is dedicated to the safety and well-being of all children in the CNMI. Through intervention, prevention and community partnerships, CPS works to protect children from abuse and neglect, while promoting family stability and self-sufficiency.
For more information, contact (670) 237-1005 to 1014 or (670) 285-2780/1.
