Philadelphia Children's Alliance

We our Frankford community! Thanks to Warren G. Harding Middle School The Anti-Violence Partnership of Philadelphia (AVP) and the rest of our #NeighborhoodPartnersInPrevention for an amazing day! Special thanks especially to Jamie Colleen of the The PowHer Foundation for the important self-defense lessons and for emphasizing the importance of self care. Not every day we get to learn from an MMA world champ!

Stop by TODAY 10am-12pm for the resource fair at Harding Middle School

June is PRIDE Month! At PCA, we understand LGBTQ+ youth are at risk for homelessness and physical, sexual and emotional abuse. In partnership with our friends at The Attic Youth Center we welcome LGBTQ+ youth with inclusive evidence-based supports that affirm their own identities, and provide the tools needed to heal.

PCA is proud to host this community event in partnership with Warren G. Harding Middle School, The Anti-Violence Partnership of Philadelphia (AVP) and the rest of the Frankford Schools Coalition and PCA’s #NeighborhoodPartnersInPrevention! Community violence is an associated risk factor for child sexual abuse. So PCA plans to take a stand and #WearOrange because ALL children and families need safe, supportive communities in order to thrive! MMA PRO Jamie Colleen will be providing a LIVE DEMO & self-defense class! There will be: FREE diapers/wipes FREE hygiene kits FREE groceries $100 camp scholarships summer job and camp sign up FREE zoo tix #wearorangeday #gunviolenceawarenessday #childsexualabuseprevention #ittakesavillage #end1in10 #itsyourbusinessphilly

Each of us share the responsibility to protect children from abuse and neglect. During this #ChildrensAwarenessMonth, here are 10 tips to help you protect the kids you love. For more information and tips, visit the website our website: https://www.philachildrensalliance.org/

Thank you Michael Rosen for promoting the important work we do at PCA, and raising awareness about the consequences of abuse. We’re thankful for the community we’ve built. Together, we can work to provide child survivors of abuse with the care they need and the justice they deserve.

It’s not always easy to identify human trafficking. In recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, we encourage you to learn the signs:

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day is today. PCA appreciates the members of Philadelphia’s Special Victims Unit Law Enforcement Investigators. They are our loyal and capable partners in our support of children who have been sexually abused.

January’s cold temperatures make for a great time to get cozy and enjoy a book with your family. Take a look at this list of the best children’s books of 2020 for some inspiration:

2020 was challenging for everyone, especially kids. Feelings charts can help anxious kids communicate with parents and caretakers. Read more about the benefits, here:

As the COVID-19 crisis continues into 2021, children are spending more time at home and less time with teachers, school administrators and other caretakers who frequently report cases of abuse. We remain committed to our mission and our values and will do all that we can to make sure we do our part through the COVID-19 crisis. If you suspect abuse, we urge you to call the appropriate hotline: PENNSYLVANIA: 1-800-932-0313 NEW JERSEY: 1-877-652-2873... DELAWARE: 1-800-292-9582 For more resources, visit our website ----> philachildrensalliance.org See more

Register now! PCA is hosting a webinar on Preventing Recurrence of Child Maltreatment on October 27 at 11:00 am. Participants will here from Philip Decter, Director of Child Welfare with the National Council on Crime and Delinquency, and Uma S. Ahluwalia, a nationally respected health and human services professional. PCA Interim Executive Director Paul DiLorenzo will moderate the discussion. Sign up here:

Tomorrow IICF Philadelphia is hosting a Virtual Trivia Night to benefit PCA! Reach out to IICF to register today.

Krenice Roseman founded Young, Black & Lit as a way distribute books that feature Black main characters to kids. So far, they have distributed 5,000 books. Read more, here:

There is plenty of fall fun to be had as we wrap up September. Check out these local events, like the Delaware River Festival and Virtual Read-Aloud for some autumnal fun

Check out these tips to help your kids adjust to virtual learning as the school year gets into full swing:

We would like to thank the group of legislators and government officials who joined us for last week’s Legislative Briefing. Although we could not come together in person, we were proud to share our work with some fantastic leaders from the Philadelphia region. Rep. Dwight Evans, Philadelphia Department of Human Services

10-year-old Ava Rajappa is donating art supplies to Philadelphia kids who have experienced trauma.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. If you need resources, or are concerned about a loved one, visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org for more information on the risk factors, warning signs, and how to help.

One of our valued partners, Norelle Atkinson, MD from St. Christopher’s Hospital, was featured in this eye-opening story about the work doctors do to help victims of abuse. Thank you Dr. Atkinson, and all our amazing partners, for the work youdo at PCA.

While we can’t welcome you all in person, our Associate Director Vickie Melvin invites you to take a virtual tour of PCA to learn more about the work we do. Join us! Pennsylvania Chapter of CACs & MDTs

Looking for some options for fun, kid friendly and COVID safe activities this holiday weekend? Check out this list of daytrips in the Philly area:

Sarah Gibbons, Executive Director of the Family Support Line wrote about the prevalence of sex trafficking in EVERY community. If you suspected a case of sex trafficking in your community, call the National Human Trafficking Resource Center at 888-373-7888, report it to Pennsylvania’s Child Line at 1 -800-932-0313 or visit familysupportline.org. Read more about the dangers and warning signs, below.

This Thursday, September 3 at 12 PM, our partners at St. Chris will be providing a live update on Vaccine Immunity: New Technology, New Pathogens from their experts. Mark your calendars, and watch here: