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Polyvictimization
Polyvictimization is when one individual experiences multiple forms of abuse. In this innovation stream we look at the intersections between child abuse and neglect and other forms of violence including domestic violence and human trafficking. The focus is on how we, as a field, can better respond to the unique needs of individuals facing multiple forms of violence.
Featured Resources
Improving Our Response to Families Experiencing Domestic Violence
The challenges child welfare systems face in effectively responding to families experiencing domestic violence and ideas for reform.
Missing From Care: Preventing and Responding to Sex Trafficking of Youth
Learn more about how we can work together to locate missing children, the safety risks and vulnerability facing children who are leaving home or foster care placements, and how a trauma-informed and youth-centered recovery plan has the power to impact running behavior.
Complete List of Resources
Videos and Social Media
- NEW Social Media Resources for Human Trafficking Prevention Month
To raise awareness around National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, the Children's Bureau Learning & Coordination Center (CBLCC) has developed several captivating social media messages. - NEW Social Media Resources for Teen Dating Violence
CBLCC created many powerful social media messages to raise awareness of teen dating violence. - NEW Social Media Resources for National Bullying Month
Thought-provoking examples of social media posts to promote National Bullying Awareness Month.
Tools and Tipsheets
Digital Dialogue Recordings
- NEW Improving Our Response to Families Experiencing Domestic Violence
The challenges child welfare systems face in effectively responding to families experiencing domestic violence and ideas for reform that enhance children's safety, stability, wellbeing, and healing in connection with their families and communities. - Missing From Care: Preventing and Responding to Sex Trafficking of Youth
According to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, 1 in 6 of the children reported missing or run away are likely child sex trafficking victims. This startling figure demonstrates the safety risks and vulnerability facing children who are leaving home or foster care placements. Learn more about how we can work together to locate missing children, and how a trauma-informed and youth-centered recovery plan has the power to impact running behavior.
