Message Regarding Our COVID-19 Policies

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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To report suspected child abuse / Para reportar sospechas de abuso:

1-202-671-SAFE (7233)

This April, Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center invites you to be an active participant in preventing child abuse.

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How You Can Help Prevent Child Abuse and
Be Part of the Solution

Every April, our nation observes Child Abuse Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness, inspire action, and deepen our shared commitment to protecting children and supporting families. This national observance calls on individuals, communities, and organizations of all kinds to come together to prevent abuse before it occurs—because the consequences of child abuse are profound and far-reaching.

Child abuse is a pervasive issue that affects people across all income levels, communities, races, and cultures. It is not limited to any one group — it is a societal problem that requires a united response. And the good news is, everyone can do something to help.

Here are a few ways this month you can stand up for children, support families, and be part of the solution.

Make a Donation

Child Abuse Prevention Month is an ideal time to invest in the specialized, trauma-responsive services that Safe Shores provides to child victims of abuse and their families, and the educational trainings we provide to the community. Every gift of any amount helps build safer, healthier, and hopeful lives for children.

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Learn More About Keeping Kids Safe

From webinars to child abuse prevention trainings, Safe Shores is offering free, virtual learning events every week in April. Scroll up to see what’s happening during Child Abuse Prevention Month, register to attend, and show up for kids.

Spread the Word — Prevention Starts with Awareness

Tell your family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers about Safe Shores’ free child abuse prevention trainings. Sign up and attend together. The more informed adults there are, the safer our communities become—and the better we can protect children together.

Throughout April, we are offering a range of informative and engaging events designed to educate and inspire adults to take an active role in preventing child abuse.

A sweet way to support!

Purchase a Community Cookie Box in support of Safe Shores

More than 20 of the DC area’s finest bakers, chefs, and food writers are joining forces to create a limited-edition cookie box with proceeds benefiting Safe Shores!

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Don’t miss our upcoming webinar!

From A.I to Gen Z: Protecting Kids in the Digital Age with CyberFareedah

In today’s hyper-connected world, keeping children safe online is one of the most pressing challenges of our time. For Gen Alpha and Gen Z, the internet is where they learn, play, and connect — but it’s also where threats can lurk in every swipe, scroll, and click. As a caregiver, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The dangers are real — but so are the solutions.

This Child Abuse Prevention Month, join CyberFareedah — Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and sought-after internet safety expert — and Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center for a powerful, eye-opening webinar that will shift the way you think about online safety.

Combining her personal journey with cybersecurity expertise, CyberFareedah will introduce her signature SAFE Method — a practical, proven framework for parents and caregivers to build trust, foster open communication, and protect kids in the digital world.

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, educator, youth-serving professional, or child advocate, you don’t want to miss this is a must-attend event for anyone serious about keeping children of every age safe online.

Safe, trusted, informed adults are children’s best defense.

Register Now