National Child Abuse Prevention Month

1.  The Department of Defense (DoD) promotes Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAPM) every April.  The DoD theme for 2023 is "MilParents Rock."  This campaign will launch in April and extend throughout the year.  The aim is to assist parents in building a foundation for well-being that helps them feel secure and be a rock for their children.  
2.  Commanders and all leaders can show support for CAPM by attending events and activities aboard Marine Corps installations throughout the month of April.  These events promote available resources and help raise awareness of warning signs.  Classes, parenting groups, and other supportive services that promote positive parenting practices and education are available at your local installation.
3.  The Family Advocacy Programs at the installation level provide opportunities for Marines and their families to build and strengthen skills that support healthy family relationships. Leadership support of skill-building offerings emphasizes the message that child abuse is not tolerated in the Marine Corps.
4.  All Marines can benefit from learning more about the many resources available on Military OneSource and at your local installation.  Commanders should encourage Marines and their families to access resources and services early and often to decrease the likelihood of ineffective or harmful parenting practices.  Military OneSource can be found at WWW.MILITARYONESOURCE.COM or 800-342-9647.
5.  Anyone who suspects or knows of child abuse should report it.  Anonymous reports ensure the family will receive supportive services.   Reporting is mandated and the right thing to do.  To make a report, contact the local Family Advocacy Program (FAP)office, Child Protective Services, or the National Child Abuse Hotline at 800-422-4453.  If you have immediate concerns about a child's safety, contact law enforcement.
6.  This MARADMIN is applicable to the Active Duty, members of the Selected Marine Corps Reserve, Marines on Active Duty Operational Support Orders, their family members, and, when authorized by law, other populations such as civilian personnel and will expire one year from the date published.
7.  Release authorized by LtGen James F. Glynn, Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs.