TexProtects

TexProtects, the Texas chapter of @PCAAmerica, is the only nonprofit and nonpartisan advocacy organization with a singular focus: smart solutions to child abuse

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As Child Abuse Prevention Month wraps up, we thank the advocates, leaders & community partners across the state who dedicate their lives to strengthening families. Together, we can build a future where every child grows up safe, protected, nurtured & thriving!

#CAPMonth

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When families feel supported, children don't just grow…they thrive! This National Home Visiting Week, we are so incredibly thankful for the home visitors who strengthen the bond between caregivers and children every single day.

#NationalHomeVisitingWeek #NHVW2026

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Thank you to DFPS Commissioner Audrey O’Neill, special guests and all who joined us today in Austin on the South Steps of the Capitol for the Proclamation of Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Grateful for the partners, advocates and community members who stand with us! 💙

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WEATHER UPDATE: The Proclamation of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month event is still moving forward! But we have a backup plan ready just in case:
📍Primary Location: South Steps of the Capitol
☔️Alternate Rain Plan: Legislative Conference Center (E2.002, Extension)

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On April 10, we invite you to stand with us for Wear Blue Day to show your commitment to ensuring every child in Texas is surrounded by care and every family has the resources they need to thrive.

Watch the video to see why we wear blue 💙
#WearBlueDay #CAPMonth

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A powerful morning at the Dallas County Commissioners Court!
TexProtects was honored to be part of the official proclamation designating April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Thank you to @TMD_DallasComm @DallasCAC @familycompass @DallasCASA & @UnitedWayDallas

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Today marks the start of Child Abuse Prevention Month!
Prevention happens in partnership, and it starts with us showing up for our families. Let’s build a future where every child is safe and nurtured.

#CAPMonth

Watch our 2026 CAP Month video here ➡️

https://t.co/cKzAZOV8nM

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You’re invited to the Capitol for the Proclamation of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Let’s stand together and show our commitment to ensuring every child in Texas grows up safe, protected, nurtured and thriving.

April 10 | 9 am | South Steps of the Capitol | Austin, TX

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West Texas, thank you for an incredible start to our 2026 convenings!

Grateful to Senator Kevin Starks, @buckner_intl, Andrea Galliano Sparks & all attendees. Your community insights are crucial to inform recommendations for the Sunset review process and our advocacy efforts.

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Attention maternal health providers and community partners! Texas Health and Human Services has released a new RFA for the Maternal Health Outcomes Program. Applications are due by Feb. 5, 2026 @ 10:30 AM CST. Learn more and view the requirements here https://t.co/B7rEpXcTyV

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2025 was a year of connection, learning and advocacy at TexProtects. We’ve rounded up our Top 5 moments of the year to celebrate the work we’ve done together to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

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This year, we traveled to seven communities across the state to hear directly from the leaders and providers dedicated to family well-being. Our latest blog post shares what we learned from over 200 participants!
Check it out here ➡️ https://t.co/OyXvOBgJgQ

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Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Child Protection Roundtable holiday party this week!
We were honored to present the Madeline McClure Legacy Award to former DFPS Commissioner Stephanie Muth. And a huge shoutout to Andrea Sparks for hosting this wonderful celebration!

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We are thrilled to highlight the incredible work of @depelchin , whose mission is to strengthen the lives of children by enhancing their mental health and physical well-being. Thank you for your commitment to Texas families. Check out their work here https://t.co/DCh37SXWqR

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Happy Thanksgiving from TexProtects!

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We also spent an evening celebrating the power of advocacy alongside local partners, PIP attendees & Texas Prevention Network members at our in-person event. A huge shoutout to @LakeshoreLM for sponsoring the evening and donating learning sets that five lucky winners took home!

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TexProtects was honored to present three learning sessions to prevention leaders at the Partners in Prevention (PIP) event in Austin last week! Thank you to all who attended our sessions and to @AVANCEAustin , @TXAllianceCFS & @teainfo for your partnership.

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Since its inception in 1965, the Texas Bar Foundation has awarded more than $30 million in grants to law-related programs. Supported by members of the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Bar Foundation is the nation's largest charitably-funded bar foundation.

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TexProtects has been awarded a 2025 grant from the @txbforg ! This funding will help us analyze child abuse/neglect overreporting and propose solutions to improve mandated reporter education, ensuring families are connected to needed resources.

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We want to give a huge shoutout to our dedicated Board of Directors who spent time last week diving deep into productive discussions. Thank you to our board members for their commitment, passion & strategic vision. We are energized & ready to advance our mission!