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Date: March 13, 2025
Time: 10:00-11:00 AM
Presenter: Cornelia Garza and Tonya Fuller
Description:
Have you ever wanted to know what types of programs and services are offered to families involved with DFPS? This presentation will give you an overview of the Child Protective Services (CPS) division of DFPS. CPS responsibilities include: providing services to children and families in their own homes, placing children in foster care, providing services to help youth in foster care successfully transition to adulthood, and helping children get adopted.
Date: March 27, 2025
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Presenter: Cornelia Garza and Janet McGee
Description:
Join us for a powerful and heartfelt webinar in honor of Blue Sunday Child Abuse Prevention, a day dedicated to praying for the millions of children affected by abuse and for those who work tirelessly to protect and heal them.
Whether you are a faith leader, advocate, or concerned community member, your prayers and presence can make a difference. Let’s stand together in hope, compassion, and commitment to protect our most vulnerable.
This year, Blue Sunday will be held on Sunday, April 27, 2025. In preparation, this webinar will address DFPS staff, faith-based partners and community members. The goal is for participants to understand their role in prevention and reporting, and create a safe, supportive environment where every child can thrive.
Date: April 10, 2025
Time: 110:00-11:30 AM
Presenter: Candice Ramos and Elizabeth Jeffcoat
Description:
This presentation provides basic training on recognizing and reporting abuse of children, elderly adults and adults with disabilities. Attendees will gain insight on the reporting process, common reporting concerns and prevention strategies for supporting families.
Date: April 17, 2025
Time: 10:00-11:00 AM
Presenter: Susan Molitor, LCPA
Description:
During Child Abuse Prevention Month, we are reminded that prevention is not just possible- it's essential. Join us for a powerful webinar featuring Casa de Esperanza, an organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and families.
In this session, we will explore how proactive prevention efforts create safe environments for children and strengthen families. Our discussion will cover:
- The impact of child abuse prevention in building healthier communities
- How Casa de Esperanza is making a difference through support and advocacy
- Practical steps individuals and communities can take to protect children
- The importance of early intervention and community collaboration
Together, we can create a world where every child is safe, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive.
Date: May 8, 2025
Time: 10:00-11:00 AM
Presenter: Doniqua Lewis and Alicia Jinkerson
Description:
Have you ever wanted to know about the Child Protective Investigation (CPI) process? The purpose of this presentation is to give the audience an overview of the Child Protective Investigations program. Join us to gain a better understanding of the legal definitions of abuse and neglect, reporting requirements and investigation process for CPI.
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