In The News

Congratulations to the 2007 Champions for Children!
PCA Louisiana announced this year's Champion for Children Award winners at our annual "Kids Are Worth It!" Conference. They are: Kris Kirkpatrick, volunteer leadership; Karen Zeretzke, volunteer service; JoAnn Derbonne, professional; Mayor Cedric Glover, policy; and the staff of the state Office of Community Services, special Board of Directors recognition. Learn more about our Champions here. (June 4, 2007)

"Kids Are Worth It!" Conference draws over 300
Over 300 attendees learned about the latest trends in child abuse prevention and treatment at our 21st Annual "Kids Are Worth It!" Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect. Downloads of some of the presentations are available here. (June 4, 2007)

Ever dreamed of changing the world? You can start with Louisiana's children.
The greatest investment we can make in our society is to our children. Find out how you can become an Ambassador for Children. (May 15, 2007)

PCA Louisiana introduces The Blue Ribbon Society.
The Blue Ribbon Society is a local group of leaders dedicated to improving the quality of life in our community. Together, members of the Blue Ribbon Society are meeting the needs of today and building the future of tomorrow. Find out how to join here.

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
What will you do during April to support families and protect kids?
Family Fun Calendar and Blue Ribbon Friday

A letter from PCA Louisiana President & CEO Anna Fogle

New Parenting Tips! (April 2, 2007)

New! PCA Louisiana Calendar of Events (updated April 17, 2007)

PCA Louisiana, along with Cox Communications and the Louisiana Attorney General's Office, is hosting a Louisiana Teen Summit on Internet Safety and Grassroots Advocacy on Wednesday, May 2 at the Holiday Inn Select in Baton Rouge. Miss America 2007 Lauren Nelson, whose platform is Internet Safety, will be the keynote speaker. Want to attend? Let your high school principal know. (April 17, 2007)

Prevention is Par for the Course! Find out about our first golf tournament in the the Northwest Region.

Enter for your chance to win $5,000!
LA Open raffle sales to benefit PCA Louisiana
The Chitimacha Louisiana Open Golf Tournament has chosen to support Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana through a raffle with a grand prize of $5,000. The second place winner will receive $500; third place is $250. Tickets are $10 each and are on sale now! The drawing will be held May 12; the holder of the winning ticket does not have to be present to win. For more information or to purchase a ticket(s), contact Maegan Carboni, Acadiana Regional Director, at (337) 988-0848 or acadiana@pcal.org. (February 22, 2007)

The "Kids Are Worth It!" Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect will be May 9-11 at the Holiday Inn Select in Baton Rouge. Download the registration brochure here. Early registration deadline has been extended to April 6! *Please note: Workshop 12 has been canceled.*

Also available now are applications for Exhibitors. (February 22, 2007)

Have you checked out GoodSearch.com lately? It's an easy way to find what you need online and support PCA Louisiana - at no cost to you!

Thank you to all who attended our first Mandatory Reporter Training via videoconference. (January 26, 2007)


Learn more about the new law that mandates the reporting of prenatal neglect. (January 26, 2007)

Prevent Child Abuse America sends message of prevention to the United States Congress (January 8, 2007)

PCA Louisiana is currently looking for volunteers in the Baton Rouge area to answer our KIDLINE, 1-800-CHILDREN. Training starts in early February. (January 2, 2007)

Sign up now for our first Mandatory Reporter Videoconference Training! Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) Louisiana, with sponsorship by the LSU AgCenter, will host a Mandatory Reporter Training via videoconference on Thursday, January 25, 2007 from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. Broadcast to nine AgCenter sites statewide, the training is free but seating is limited in all locations. (January 8, 2007)

SAVE THE DATE! The 21st Annual "Kids Are Worth It!" Conference will be held May 9-11, 2007 at the Holiday Inn Select in Baton Rouge. (November 6, 2006)

Night of the Child events bring martinis and sushi to Lafayette and a night in Monte Carlo to Baton Rouge (November 6, 2006)

Child abuse and neglect numbers down in 2006, but cases more complex (October 4, 2006)

Tips on how to help families, prevent abuse and neglect (October 4, 2006)

New child abuse and neglect statistics for Fiscal Year 2005-06

Comparison of statistics from FY2005 and FY2006

Night of the Child events bring the circus to Monroe, martinis and sushi to Lafayette and a night in Monte Carlo to Baton Rouge (August 29, 2006)

A Night of the Child celebration is coming to your region!
(August 18, 2006)

PCA Louisiana appoints new Chair of the Board of Directors
(September 1, 2006)

Have you heard about Circle of Parents?

2006 Champion for Children Award Winners! (4/19/2006)
The Champion for Children Award is the highest honor PCA Louisiana bestows. Awards were presented to the five winners at the "Kids Are Worth It!" Conference on Tuesday, May 23.

PCA Louisiana focuses on Building Strong Families in April
Read more here!

Only five copies available of the official Night of the Child painting (2/17/2006)
Copies of the original painting, "A Happy Childhood Lasts A Lifetime," by artist Katherine Rutledge are now on sale.

Community Partners Honored by PCA Louisiana Board of Directors
(2/9/2006)

Take a look at our latest newsletter! (2/3/2006)

Circle of Parents facilitators needed, trainings announced
(2/3/2006)

NBC's "The More You Know" to address child abuse prevention (12/21/2005)
"The More You Know" public service announcement about child abuse and neglect prevention, featuring actress Mariska Hargitay, will air Friday, December 23 during Law & Order: Criminal Intent. Another spot featuring actress Sarah Chalke will air throughout the year.

Holiday Season Could be Extra Stressful for Louisiana Parents (12/15/2005)
In the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, when families are struggling to rebuild and many are away from friends and loved ones, this holiday season can be an especially challenging one. Look here for PCA Louisiana's tips for preventing holiday stress.

Casino Night fundraiser attendees"Bet on Prevention" (12/2/2005)
The Roulette Wheels spun, die was cast at the Craps tables and Poker and BlackJack hands were shown as attendees “Bet on Prevention” at Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) Louisiana’s 14 th Annual Night of the Child Gala and Casino Night, on Thursday, December 1, at the Holiday Inn Select.
Please tell our Night of the Child sponsors that you appreciate their support of PCA Louisiana!

Circle of Parents training completed (11/11/2005)
PCA Louisiana, in partnership with the Louisiana Children's Trust Fund, trained approximately 20 people Nov. 7-9 to help recruit sites in our state for Circle of Parents, a program where parents meet weekly to share their concerns and gain support from each other.

Monroe Night of the Child offers Circus Under the Stars (11/2/2005)
Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) Louisiana invites patrons to enjoy the "Cirque du l'Etoile," or "Circus of the Star," at their Annual Night of the Child Gala Saturday, November 12, 8 p.m. at the home of Jody and Bishop Johnston.

Artist's creation symbolizes happy childhood (10/26/2005)
The painting of a happy young girl by artist Katherine Rutledge, titled “A Happy Childhood Lasts A Lifetime,” has been chosen as the official Night of the Child artwork for PCA Louisiana.

Coping with Stress and Taking Care of Yourself in the Aftermath of a Hurricane (10/7/2005)
A brochure filled with tips on taking care of yourself after a hurricane.

PCA Louisiana and NOVA partner to aid victims (10/6/2005)
PCA Louisiana is partnering with the National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) and their Critical Response Teams to provide relief for any individual or group working to put their lives back together in the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.

Helping Children of All Ages Through the Trauma of a Hurricane (10/5/2005)
Children are just as affected as adults by a disaster or traumatic event. Some may be affected even more and yet go unnoticed.

A Guide for Teachers (9/22/2005)
Disasters like Hurricane Katrina have a profound impact on children. Teachers play an important role in the healing process of children who are affected by a disaster.

PCA Louisiana partners with NOVA (9/22/2005)
The National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) is partnering with PCA Louisiana to provide relief for any individual or group who is part of the recovery effort and now finds themselves in need of support.

Help stop bullying (9/20/2005)
Every day nearly 160,000 children in the United States stay home from school because of bullying. Bullying isn't 'just part of growing up' - it can have long-lasting effects. Follow the link to learn some ways parents and adults can help to stop bullying.

Hurricane aftermath increases parental stress (9/13/2005)
As these parents wrestle with their frustrations in the aftermath of the most devastating natural disaster in American history, the potential for children to experience abuse and neglect rises.

Shelters urged to keep children safe (9/12/2005)
In response to more than one confirmed case of child sexual abuse occurring in hurricane evacuee shelters across the state, PCA Louisiana is urging shelter coordinators to make the safety of the children in their facilities a top priority.

Helping Children Cope With Disaster (9/9/2005)
Disaster may strike quickly and without warning. These events can be frightening for adults, but they are traumatic for children if they don't know what to do.

Child sexual abuse can affect any family (8/25/2005)
The horrific case of two babysitters accused of drugging and molesting a five-year-old highlights the danger of child sexual abuse, but parents can take steps to protect their children...

Back to School... (8/9/2005)
Doesn't have to be a stressful time. Click here for a PDF of helpful tips to reduce stress and help families get ready for school.

AmeriCorps accepting applications (7/26/2005)
Applications are still being accepted for potential corps members for the next service year. The application can be downloaded from www.ladeltacorps.org. Completed applications should be faxed to (225) 930-0645.

Safe Haven campaign draws to a close (7/15/2005)
The Safe Haven public awareness campaign ended with the final press conference in Lake Charles on June 30.

URGENT! Volunteers needed! (6/16/2005)
PCA Louisiana is in need of volunteers to answer our KIDLINE, 1-800-CHILDREN, a toll-free telephone line that anyone in the state can call for information about child abuse, how to report suspected abuse or general parenting information.

PCA Louisiana Board of Directors Reception (6/2/2005)
The PCA Louisiana Board of Directors were honored after their final meeting of the fiscal year with a reception at Tsunami Restaurant on top of the Shaw Center for the Arts in downtown Baton Rouge.

Safe Haven address at State Capitol (4/21/2005)
Rep. Cedric Glover, D-Shreveport, called on Louisiana's citizens to help raise awareness of the state's Safe Haven law.

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month (3/24/2005)
The month of April is devoted to celebrating everything we can do to transform our community into a place that cares about -- and actively supports -- families and children.

Support Awareness. Fight for Every Child.
Because every child deserves to be safe, here is what you need to know about Louisiana's Safe Haven Law and what you can do to promote Safe Haven.

Champions for Children Honored at Conference (3/18/2005)
PCA Louisiana honored the 2005 Champion for Children award winners on Tuesday, March 1 during their 19th annual “Kids Are Worth It!” Conference.

Support Awareness. Fight for Every Child. (2/24/05)
Because every child deserves to be safe, here is what you need to know about Louisiana's Safe Haven Law and what you can do to promote Safe Haven.

LANO Advocacy Trainings (2/9/05)
Meet and collaborate with legislators and local nonprofit leaders. Check the attached flyer for dates, pricing and registration.

Geoffrey Canada to Speak at Luncheon! (1/18/05)
Register now for the "Kids Are Worth It!" luncheon to hear Geoffrey Canada. If you are registered for the conference, you do not need to register for the luncheon. Deadline: February 21, 2005.

Conference Deadlines Approaching (1/17/05)
PCA Louisiana's 19th Annual "Kids Are Worth It!" Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect is February 28 & March 1! To qualify for early registration, forms must be received by January 28.

New Regional Directors (1/7/05)
PCA Louisiana announces two new regional directors serving the Northwest and Northeast regions.

Nominate a Champion (12/17/04)
PCA Louisiana is now accepting nominations for our Champion for Children award. It will be presented at the 2005 "Kids Are Worth It!" Conference.

Register for the "Kids Are Worth It!" Conference (12/17/04) PCA Louisiana is currently accepting registrations for the 19th Annual "Kids Are Worth It!" Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect. Scholarship Applications are also available.

Holiday Stress Prevention (12/13/2004)
While the holidays are supposed to be a joyous time, the season can lead to extra stress and fatigue, particularly for parents with too much on their plate. PCA Louisiana offers some tips to help enjoy the season.

Annual Report sent to press (11/4/2004)
The annual report for fiscal year 2004 is currently at the press, but is available to the general public as a PDF.

Workshop proposal deadline extended (11/1/2004)
The workshop proposal application deadline for the 2005 "Kids Are Worth It!" Conference has been extended to November 8.

PCA Louisiana celebrates Lake Charles Night of the Child (10/12/04)
Players went to jail, money changed hands and hotels were bought and sold before the Al Becker Band and Heather Ieyoub got everyone on the dance floor at Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) Louisiana’s annual Night of the Child Gala and MONOPOLY ® Tournament on Friday, September 24 at the Civic Center’s Buccaneer Room.

Supporters honored by PCA Louisiana (10/12/04)
William J. “Bill” Dore’ was presented with the White Knight Award and Delores Cornett was honored for her years of service at the Office of Community Services by Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) Louisiana at the organization’s annual gala, Night of the Child, on September 24.

Workshop Proposal Applications Available (9/24/04)
Workshop proposals for the 2005 "Kids Are Worth It!" Conference are now available for download.

BR Night of the Child a Huge Success! (9/21/04)
It was a wonderful evening of passing go, landing in jail, and dancing during PCA Louisiana's 13th annual Night of the Child gala and Monopoly Tournament held at the Holiday Inn Select on Sept. 10.

Partnership With Brainy Baby (9/20/04)
Prevent Child Abuse America is proud to announce a new partnership with the Brainy Baby Company, a producer of award-winning educational videos and DVDs for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.

Golfers Hit the Links to Prevent Child Abuse (9/9/04)
The 5th Annual Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana Golf Tournament is Monday, October 4 at Le Triomphe Golf and Country Club in Broussard.

PCA Louisiana Presents Staff Award (9/7/04)
Amanda Brunson was presented with the Pope Award of Excellence at a recent staff awards luncheon.

New Board Chair Appointed (8/31/04)
Kris Kirkpatrick is the new chair of the Board of Directors of PCA Louisiana. Kirkpatrick, a long time supporter of the organization, is an attorney with the Long Law Firm of Baton Rouge. Joining him on the Executive Committee...

New Capabilities Piece Published (8/11/04)
Check out our new Capabilities tri-fold Brochure for a summary of PCA Louisiana's mission and activities.

"Kids Are Worth It!" Conference Dates (8/9/04)
February 28 and March 1, 2005 at the Holiday Inn Select (formerly Radisson) in Baton Rouge.

Call for Artists! click for PDF (7/7/04)
PCA Louisiana is seeking entries for the official poster of the 13th Annual Night of the Child galas to be held around the state. Entries due 8/6/04.

Night of the Child Events (7/5/04)
Night of the Child is PCA Louisiana's premier fundraiser, assisting the organization and implementation of child abuse prevention programs throughout the state. The events this year will be held in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Monroe, New Orleans and Shreveport.