National Child Abuse Prevention Month

A US awareness month held every April that encourages families, communities and services to work together to prevent child abuse and neglect.

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Last checked19 October 2026
First held1983

About the day

The Children's Bureau, part of the Administration for Children and Families, leads the month and publishes resources through the Child Welfare Information Gateway. It focuses on protective factors that help families stay strong. The month was first marked in 1983.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
20271 to 30 April 2027USASame date every year
20281 to 30 April 2028USASame date every year
20291 to 30 April 2029USASame date every year

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