#Essential4Kids
In times of crisis and economic insecurity, rates of child abuse and neglect increase.
#Essential4Kids shines a light on child abuse and neglect and empowers adults to take action.
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Prevalence of Child Abuse and Neglect in Missouri
As reported by the MO DSS Children's Division Annual Report FY 2020
55,853
Reported Incidents
of Child Abuse and Neglect
78,328
Number of Children Impacted
Missouri Online Mandated Reporter Training
Free online training; learn the legal responsibilities of mandated reporters; the indicators of abuse; how to respond to suspicions of abuse and how/when to make a report. Designed to educate and empower all adults to better protect children.
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