Prevention Model

Child abuse and neglect is not caused by a single factor but by multiple factors related to the individual, family, community, and society at large. Environments that are violent, lack accessible and effective community resources, and are disproportionately affected by poverty or unemployment are variables that contribute to child abuse and neglect.

Explore ways to support families and prevent child maltreatment by clicking on the graphic below.

This model helps communicate strategies needed at every level to prevent child maltreatment and provides examples of initiatives and programs currently happening around the state. By clearly stating how individuals and groups can work to prevent maltreatment, we can create a common agenda and collective effort to ensure safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments for Georgia’s children and families.