You can raise awareness about child abuse and neglect and strengthen communities to support children and families during Prevention Month in April and throughout the year. Visit the 2011 National Child Abuse Prevention Month website for resources and strategies on engaging communities and supporting families. Site features include:

• Strengthening Families and Communities: 2011 Resource Guide
• Tip sheets to distribute to parents and caregivers, available in English and Spanish
• An April calendar full of activities that include the Five Protective Factors
• Child Abuse Prevention Month widgets to post on your website
• A video explaining how Information Gateway helps connect professionals with resources on preventing child abuse and neglect

Strengthening Families and Communities: 2011 Resource Guide is now available to order. Click on the "Order One Copy" button on the Child Abuse Prevention Month site to receive yours.