CA ACR166

Acknowledges April 2022 as Child Abuse Prevention Month and encourages Californians to support youth-serving child abuse prevention activities in their communities and schools.

Notes that in 2019, 72,000 California children were found to be victims of child abuse or neglect, with 149 child deaths resulting from abuse or neglect.

Highlights that child abuse has long-term economic costs, with the total economic burden in California potentially reaching $284 billion annually based on prevalence estimates.

Emphasizes that community-based prevention services and family resource centers are more cost-effective than addressing the emotional, physical, and societal consequences of child abuse.

Recognizes that pinwheels and awareness campaigns are used to promote prevention messages and support families during Child Abuse Prevention Month.