The 5 Days of Action is our time to highlight our collective commitment to ensure children have the right to a safe and happy childhood. It’s up to us to ensure there are proven policies, programs, and practices in place in North Carolina that keep children safe.

Research shows that the connections we make in life profoundly impact the brain’s ability to grow and our own abilities to cope & thrive. One connection can change the outcome for an individual or community & that’s why #ConnectionsMatter! How can you #BeAConntion this #CAPMonth?

During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, our grantee partners are sharing strategies to help raise happy, healthy children. #ChildAbusePreventionMonth

During 5 Days of Action, we highlight our commitment to ensuring children have the right to a safe and happy childhood. We all have a stake in committing to continually learning and improving our efforts to nurture positive childhoods. #CAPMonth #NurturingPositiveChildhoods

Research shows mentoring kids improves behavioral, social & emotional outcomes. Volunteer your time with one of our #Meck4Kid partners to make a difference in children’s lives! meck4kids.org/members #5DaysOfAction4Kids #Meck4Kids #PassThePinwheel #CAPMonth #PartnersInPrevention

A simple way to take action during #CAPMonth? Add 980-31-HELPS (43577) to your phone. That’s the Mecklenburg County Child Protective Services hotline. Now you're ready to take a stand if you suspect abuse. #5DaysOfAction4Kids #Meck4Kids #PassThePinwheel #CAPMonth #PartnersInPrevention

Research shows the connections we make in life impact the brain's ability to grow and our individual abilities to thrive. A connection can change the outcome for an individual and a community. That’s why #ConnectionsMatter! How can you #BeAConnection? #CAPMonth #BuildingTogether

We all can take action for kids during #CAPMonth. Lend a hand to a caregiver. Volunteer w/ nonprofits that serve families. Work w/ your faith community to host trainings. Add Mecklenburg County's Protective Services hotline, 980-314-3577, to your phone. #5DaysOfAction4Kids #Meck4Kids

Expanding our impact, but the mission remains the same: protect every child from sexual abuse, exploitation and trafficking. Thank you @WBTVKristenM for shining a light: qclife.wbtv.com/2023/04/25/pan…

We're thrilled the Reich family of the Carolina Panthers are bringing kNot Today Foundation here! Visit knottoday.org to learn about their work to create awareness, initiate prevention strategies & develop healing programs for sexually abused children. #Meck4Kids #PartnersInPrevention

Calm and patient communication can help you build a strong relationship with your child. Learn more about positive discipline techniques here: getparentingtips.com #ThrivingFamilies #PreventionMatters #TeenHealthConnection #Parenting #ChildAbusePreventionMonth

Want to take action on behalf of kids? Get your faith community involved! Encourage the implementation of protective policies and suggest learning opportunities about child maltreatment. preventchildabusenc.org/childrens-sabb… #5DaysOfAction4Kids #Meck4Kids #PassThePinwheel #PartnersInPrevention

MECK Pre-K is one secret to a successful year in kindergarten! If you live in Mecklenburg County & your child will be 4 years old by August 31st, they may be eligible for high-quality FREE pre-k education. Registration is open for 2023-2024 at MeckPreK.org!

Parents can parent better when the entire community lends a hand. Find out what you can do to support them and help prevent childhood adversity. bit.ly/3YdSsdW #BuildingBetterChildhoods #NurturingPositiveChildhoods #CAPMonth

During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, our grantee partners are sharing strategies to help raise happy, healthy children. #ChildAbusePreventionMonth

Parents can parent better when the entire community lends a hand. Find out what you can do to support them and help prevent childhood adversity. #BuildingBetterChildhoods #NurturingPositiveChildhoods #CAPMonth

Familiar with ACEs? That stands for Adverse Childhood Experiences such as child abuse, neglect, addiction or parental stress. A study found that the long-term impact of ACEs goes beyond an individual child or family. Info: meck4kids.org/aces #Meck4Kids #PartnersInPrevention

Your support means the world to local organizations working to prevent child abuse. Make a donation to support children and their families! Visit meck4kids.org/members to learn about the organizations that make up our team. #5DaysOfAction4Kids #Meck4Kids #PartnersInPrevention

As we near the end of Child Abuse Prevention Month 2023, we remind you that prevention happens in partnership and hope you’ll continue to build toward stronger families & healthier communities. Sign up for our newsletter for the latest news & information! buff.ly/3Lu5wc2

As Child Abuse Prevention Month 2023 comes to a close, we remind you that prevention happens in partnership & hope you’ll continue to build toward stronger families & healthier communities all year! #Meck4Kids #PassThePinwhee #PreventionInPartnership #CAPMonth #BuildingTogether