Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs) are bringing child sexual abuse out of the shadows. Are you ready to help fight the stigma, erase the shame, and let survivors know they’re not alone?
Chances are you know a survivor of child sexual abuse. They could be a family member, a friend or colleague, or someone in your faith community. One way to SHINE for survivors is to educate yourself and be prepared to talk about this difficult topic in a sensitive and supportive way.
Download our fact sheet and talking tips to get started. Share it with your friends & family members—and invite them to find us here.
Pennsylvania children came to a CAC because of suspected child abuse last year.
Because of CACs, those child victims have a chance to heal after trauma.
We provide a safe & welcoming place where a child can feel comfortable to disclose abuse that may have occurred.
A specially trained forensic interviewer talks with the child one-on-one, asking sensitive & non-leading questions.
Team members watch the interview via live video feed—avoiding multiple interviews that can retraumatize a child.
A victim advocate is there to help the supporting parent or caregiver at every step of the process.
Children can receive age-appropriate, non-invasive medical exams to ensure health & safety.
To help child victims & their families heal after abuse, CACs offer trauma therapy on-site or by referral.
