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Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center is committed to being a safe, helpful, and trustworthy resource, available to everyone who needs our services and support. Due to COVID-19, we are observing federal and local government public health protection guidelines. Upon arrival, visitors will complete a COVID-19 screening (questions and temperature check) and may be asked to wear a mask. If you have recently had COVID-19, you must wear a mask on the premises for the full 10 days from the date of exposure or infection, consistent with DC Health Department and CDC guidance.

To report suspected child abuse in the District of Columbia call 1-202-671-SAFE(7233)
To report suspected internet crimes against children, contact report.cybertip.org

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Archives for November 2018

Safe Shores Supports “School Safety Act of 2018”

November 16, 2018

We view the “School Safety Act of 2018” as a critical first step toward keeping children safer in schools by equipping adults in DC schools to recognize, respond to and prevent child sexual abuse. Our Director of Client Advocacy & Prevention & Outreach, Ashley Harrell, MA, NCC, testified in support of the bill at the Nov. 1 DC Council ...

Ways to Support Safe Shores this Holiday Season

November 1, 2018

Each year, Safe Shores partners with community organizations, businesses, and individuals like you lend a helping hand to families in need and give children affected by abuse and violence in D.C. a special holiday. Here's how YOU can help support kids and families during the 2018 holiday season: With winter quickly approaching, many families have ...