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		<title>Human Trafficking Law Passes in Time for the Super Bowl</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Indiana passed a new  human trafficking law just in time for the Super Bowl.  The new law closes previous loopholes in the definition of human trafficking and the prosecution of human traffickers.  It also provides training to hotel employees and cab drivers to be aware of potential warning signs in possible victims.  To read the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Child Abuse and Neglect Cost the United States $124 Billion</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Rivals cost of other high profile public health problems The total lifetime estimated financial costs associated with just one year of confirmed cases of child maltreatment (physical abuse, sexual abuse, psychological abuse and neglect) is approximately $124 billion, according to a report released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, published in Child [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://cacla.com/child-abuse-and-neglect-cost-the-united-states-124-billion/</link>
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		<title>Earmark Ban Cuts into Funding for NCAC</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A 2010 ban on Federal earmarks will result in a significant funding cut for the National Children&#8217;s Advocacy Center according to a recent article out of The Hunstville Times.  This ban could result in cuts to prevention services and medical exams at NCAC.  To read the full article click here .]]></description>
		<link>http://cacla.com/earmark-ban-cuts-into-funding-for-ncac/</link>
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		<title>Wal-Mart Grant Funds Presentation</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Child Advocacy Services out of Hammond was recently featured in an article from The Advocate.  CAS was hosting an open house for its new location in Denham Springs where they were also presented with their Wal-Mart Grant award.  To read the entire article click here.]]></description>
		<link>http://cacla.com/wal-mart-grant-funds-presentation/</link>
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		<title>The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridging the gap between childhood trauma and negative consequences later in life. What&#8217;s an ACE? Growing up experiencing any of the following conditions in the household prior to age 18: The ACE Study is an ongoing collaboration between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Kaiser Permanente.  Led by Co-principal Investigators Robert F. Anda, MD, MS, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://cacla.com/the-adverse-childhood-experiences-ace-study/</link>
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		<title>Southern Connections</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Check out the Southern Regional Children&#8217;s Advocacy Center&#8217;s Fall Newsletter. The 2012 Core Training Schedule and Course listing is included as well as some important procedural changes.  Southern Connections December 2011]]></description>
		<link>http://cacla.com/southern-connections/</link>
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		<title>Child Sexual Abuse: Four Steps America Must Take</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A recent article out of the Washington Post outlines the 4 steps America needs to take to raise awareness and urge responsible action to end the culture of silence about child abuse in the United States.  To read the full article click here.]]></description>
		<link>http://cacla.com/child-sexual-abuse-four-steps-america-must-take/</link>
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		<title>National Children&#8217;s Advocacy Center Responds to Penn State Scandal</title>
		<description><![CDATA[National Children&#8217;s Advocacy Center issued a press release in response to the recent Penn State Scandal. To read the press release click here. You can also visit NCAC&#8217;s public awareness campaign, &#8220;We Are. You Can.&#8221; to learn more about how to build strong and prosperous communities for children.]]></description>
		<link>http://cacla.com/national-childrens-advocacy-center-responds-to-penn-state-scandal/</link>
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		<title>Turn Anger at Child Abuse into Support</title>
		<description><![CDATA[In the wake of recent national events, CACs nationwide are being highlighted for their efforts to treat children who have been sexaully abused and their effort to improve the community’s response to child abuse. The New Orleans CAC was featured in a report which highlights the objective of CACs. The York Daily Record featured an [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://cacla.com/turn-anger-at-child-abuse-into-support/</link>
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		<title>Reporting Child Abuse or Neglect</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Child abuse and neglect should never go unreported. If you suspect a child in Louisiana is being abused or neglected, call the DCFS child protection hotline at 855-4LA-KIDS (855-452-5437) toll free 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.  For more information on reporting, signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect visit the DCFS [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://cacla.com/reporting-child-abuse-or-neglect/</link>
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