The American Society for the Positive Care of Children is a national non-profit centered on improving the lives of children in the United States. Through positive parenting advocacy and education, we can end the cycle of child abuse and neglect in our country.
As the “Nation’s Voice for Children”, we offer a community of care, support, and free resources for parents and caregivers.
4.1Million
Child Abuse Cases Reported Annually
73.3%
Child Abuse Cases are Child Neglect
26,000+
Kids & Teens Killed by Gun Violence Since 1999
4.0Million Reached
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LEARNING CENTER
Through our Learning Center, we offer the largest and most comprehensive collection of free online parenting resources. Together we can ensure that every child has the chance to become an outstanding adult.
Child Abuse & Neglect
Bullying & Cyberbullying
Positive Parenting
Children's Rights & Safety
Adverse Childhood Experiences
Foster Care & Adoption
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WHY DO KIDS NEED OUR VOICE?
These are your stories. Stories of hope, bravery, and survival. This is why we do what we do… #ItsTime you are heard.
Return to Innocence
We all hear voices in our heads. Ok, I know what you’re thinking, but just hear me out. We hear……
It’s Worth the Wait
As this new year begins, I’d like to give some positivity, as well as some hope and encouragement to all……
SWIRLING
We live in Michigan now. We moved here in June. Right after school let out for the summer. We sold……
STEALING
We are sitting around the supper table. In Northern Minnesota, the evening meal is called supper. And not dinner. We……
LIFE WITH MY ABUSIVE FATHER
My father thought that it was necessary for children to fear their parents in order to behave. He thought that……
