Violence Prevention and Safety - Parenting

Advocates for Children of New Jersey

http://acnj.org/

ACNJ works with local, state and federal leaders to identify and implement changes that results in better laws and policies, more effective funding and stronger services for children and families.

American Association of Pediatrics – NJ Chapter

http://njaap.org/

The New Jersey Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (NJAAP) is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children in the state of New Jersey.

CASA of New Jersey

http://www.casaofnj.org/

The Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) of New Jersey program supports child advocacy so that every child and youth placed in foster care and other out-of-home placements can be safe, have a permanent home, and the opportunity to thrive.

Child Development Institute

https://childdevelopmentinfo.com

 Child Development Institute was formed in 1999 and has been providing information to parents through its website.

Healthy Families America

http://www.healthyfamiliesamerica.org/

"Healthy Families America (HFA) is one of the leading family support and evidence-based home visiting programs in the United States. We believe early, nurturing relationships are the foundation for  healthy development." 

Love Doesn't Have to Hurt Teens

http://www.apa.org/pi/families/resources/love-teens.pdf

The American Psychological Association has developed this great site aimed at stopping violence in teen relationships. 

The National SAFEKIDS Campaign

http://www.safekids.org 

This site offers product recall alerts, sports safety information, family safety checklists and fact sheets, as well as links to local car seat checkup events.

Parents Anonymous of New Jersey

http://paofnj.org

The mission of Parents Inc. is to protect children by strengthening families through mutual support, parent leadership, and advocacy.

Preventing Child Abductions

http://kidshealth.org/en/parents/abductions.html

Realities of child abduction, precenting shild abduction, and more.

Prevent Child Abuse America

http://preventchildabuse.org/

Since 1972, Prevent Child Abuse America has defined the national approach to child neglect and abuse.

Prevent Child Abuse New Jersey

https://www.preventchildabusenj.org/resources/links/

Shared links to organizations that support positive parenting and healthy child development.

Talking with Kids about Violence

https://www.childrennow.org/portfolio-posts/violence/

Discussing violence with children and adolescents promotes feelings of confidence and security in youngsters when they learn how to resolve conflicts peacefully and to make smart decisions to protect themselves. Read these suggestions for parents in order to facilitate such a discussion in your home. Also available in Spanish.

TeenSafe

https://teensafe.net

Monitor and control your child's social media use, texting, and phone usage with this parent-friendly app.

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