Author Archives: emagnis

As we are out in the community talking with different parent groups, some common questions arise.  Here they are, as well as how we answer: When should I start talking to my children about personal safety? We feel confident that … Continue reading →

Much has been written of late regarding single moms and child abuse following a Wisconsin bill sponsored by State Senator Glen Grothman and State Representative Donald Pridemore “requiring the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board to emphasize nonmarital parenthood as … Continue reading →

We are privileged, I think, to witness healing. We see children first when they feel broken by their circumstances, and we watch as they struggle to come to terms with the injustices they have suffered. We mourn with them as … Continue reading →

The general public only sees glimpses of what we see every day within the walls of the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center…children brutalized, molested, broken in ways that are, for most of us, just unimaginable.  Just when I think we have … Continue reading →

Organizations that work with children and youth must strive to create safe environments for youth, employees, and volunteers so that young people can grow, learn, and have fun. It is vital that youth-serving organizations create a culture where child sexual … Continue reading →

Would you know what to do if a child made an “outcry” of abuse to you?  Because our typical case is a 10 year-old little girl sexually abused by someone she knows and trusts, these tips are written with that little … Continue reading →

One of the best parts of my job is the privilege of going out and talking to groups of parents.  I spoke with a group of parents yesterday, and this particular group was definitely struggling to put their lives in order.  Most of … Continue reading →

My name is Isabella* and I am 10 years old. I want you to know to not be afraid to tell someone about the abuse or that someone is abusing you. It was difficult for me but I was able … Continue reading →

The video on this page gives a preview of our Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse curriculum.  Watch it.  Call us.  We can help.  http://www.dcac.org/rrca.aspx We developed this video-based curriculum and companion booklet with a significant financial investment because we wanted to offer something … Continue reading →

This is about hope, about transformation, about overcoming what has been handed to you and finding a way through.  We can learn much from this young man.