National Center on Child Abuse and Neglect

The National Center on Child Abuse and Neglect (NCCAN) is a federal organization dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect. It provides research, resources, and support to help professionals, families, and communities protect children. NCCAN works to understand the causes of abuse, develop effective prevention strategies, and improve responses when abuse occurs. Its goal is to promote safe, healthy environments for children nationwide through education, policy development, and collaboration with various agencies and stakeholders.