Infant’s death is behind push to change child protection laws in Idaho

Text messages between the parents leading up to the incident showed they discussed lying or running away from a welfare check ...
Los Angeles Times

The dangerous myth that poverty is the cause of child abuse

Why does child abuse happen? A new public service announcement says most people think it’s a “bad parent problem,” but the ad suggests “the root causes may be different than you think.” This message ...
The Heritage Foundation

States Must Refuse to Define “Abuse” as Raising a Child According to His or Her Sex

Ideologues have long worked behind the scenes to weaponize Child Protective Services in the states. This includes accusing parents of “abuse” if they fail to affirm their child’s discordant “gender ...
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‘We are in great need’ - Child Advocacy Center helping over 500 kids annually with reports of abuse

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - A child advocacy center in Siouxland needs the community’s support this holiday season. UnityPoint Health-St. Luke’s Child Advocacy Center in Sioux City offers a child-friendly ...
Des Moines Register

Years after fatal failures, Iowa still falls short on child protection, advocates charge

Iowa officials have been criticized for their handling of child welfare cases, particularly after high-profile deaths and abuse incidents. The state has implemented some changes, such as reducing ...