The Center for Alexandria's Children

About The Center for Alexandria's Children

The Center for Alexandria’s Children is working to END child abuse in the City of Alexandria. Child abuse does not discriminate based on income, education or ethnicity 1 in 4 children experience abuse or neglect 2 out of 3 cases go unreported As Alexandria’s Nationally Accredited Child Advocacy Center, we deliver evidence-based prevention, intervention, and education programs to respond to abuse, prevent future harm, and equip adults to be protectors of childhood. What We Do: ✅ Intervention We provide a safe, child-centered space for children who have experienced abuse or neglect to tell their story and begin a path to hope and healing. We coordinate the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) of detectives, prosecutors, social workers, therapists, and medical professionals for each child to receive coordinated support—reducing trauma and ensuring they only have to tell their story once. ✅ Prevention We facilitate specialized Learn&PlayGroups™ for parents and children ages 0–5 that build strong families and safe childhoods. Using a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum, our experienced facilitators strengthen the parent-child bond, promote protective factors that prevent abuse, and connect families to vital community resources and supports. ✅ Education We deliver evidence-based prevention education programs throughout the City of Alexandria to build a community of informed, empowered adults. Through Darkness to Light trainings, we teach parents, caregivers, educators, and community members how to prevent, recognize, and respond to child sexual abuse—creating safer environments where children can thrive. ✅ Crisis Support In partnership with The Fund for Alexandria’s Child, ALX Closet offers children and families in need access to clothing, toiletries, and essential items—providing immediate support with dignity and care.

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