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Austin declares April Child Abuse Prevention Month and honors Upbring

Austin City Council · April 9, 2026
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Mayor Pro Tem Chito Vela presented a proclamation declaring April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Austin and invited Upbring to discuss its child well‑being zones, which the organization says target high‑risk neighborhoods for early, coordinated family support.

Chito Vela, Austin’s mayor pro tem, opened a City Council ceremony by presenting a proclamation recognizing April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month and inviting the nonprofit Upbring to speak about prevention strategies.

Upbring’s president and CEO, Mike O'Leary, told the council the organization focuses on neighborhood‑based "child well‑being zones" that combine data, case management and local partnerships…

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