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Dane County designates April as Child Abuse Prevention Month; speakers press for coordinated prevention and services
Summary
The board adopted Resolution 3-94 recognizing April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. County and community representatives described rising needs, cited 2023 local reporting statistics, and urged sustained funding and cross-agency coordination for prevention and recovery services.
The Dane County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution 3-94 recognizing April 2025 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month and urged continued community investment in prevention and family supports.
The resolution, moved by Supervisor Jackson and seconded by Supervisor Wegleitner, highlights prevention programs, home visiting, family-strengthening policies and partnerships among child-welfare professionals, educators, healthcare providers and law enforcement.
Why it matters: presenters said childhood trauma and abuse have long-term effects and that adequate prevention funding and cross-agency…
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