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Child protection, health, and welfare

Tribal Youth Programs and Services

Overview

OJJDP's Tribal Youth Programs and Services helps Tribal communities prevent victimization and juvenile delinquency, reduce violent crime, and improve Tribal juvenile justice systems.

Tribal Consultation

Learn more about the Tribal Consultation:

Programs and Funding

Between fiscal years 2017 and...

Children's Advocacy Centers

Overview

Children's Advocacy Centers coordinate the investigation, treatment, and prosecution of child abuse cases by utilizing multidisciplinary teams of professionals involved in child protective and victim advocacy services, law enforcement and prosecution, and physical and mental health.

Children's Advocacy Centers must include the following components:

  • Child-appropriate facility.
  • Multidisciplinary team.
  • Designated legal entity responsible...