Understanding the Child Protection Process: Recognizing, Reporting, and Supporting

This webinar equips community members and helping professionals with the knowledge and skills to recognize signs of child abuse and neglect, effectively report concerns, and collaborate with others to provide support for impacted children and families. Participants will gain an understanding of the investigative process, the involvement of key agencies, and the resources available to them to make informed decisions when child welfare concerns arise. 

Through an engaging and informative session, we will cover: 

• Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect: Learn how to identify the signs of abuse or neglect and understand your role in reporting.  

• Asking Minimal Facts Questions: Learn how to ask the right questions to a child while ensuring their safety and comfort during disclosure. 

• The Intake Process: Discover what information will be asked when contacting the Iowa Abuse & Neglect Hotline. Explore what happens behind the scenes when a report is made, including the intake process for reporters and the steps taken to assess…