Voice for the Innocent

Voice for the Innocent
Date and time
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM, October 01, 2020
Description

Missouri State University invites you to attend the 17th annual Public Affairs Conference as a live virtual event Sept. 29-Oct. 1, 2020! This year's public affairs theme is The Power of Voice

Links to all live webinar events will be listed on the Public Affairs Conference schedule website.

In the United States, approximately 3 million cases of child abuse and neglect are reported each year. According to Safe Horizon, more than four children die every day due to this epidemic, and 70% of these children are younger than age 3. These statistics continue to be abstract numbers to many people. In most societies, including the U.S., children’s voices are often silenced. Sadly, even when children are heard, the minimization of child abuse and neglect crimes continues. How may advocates find new avenues to keep the voices of children alive, in the hearts of the community and present on the agendas of the justice system? In what ways can our society better focus on family health? What support do child advocates need in their efforts? Ultimately, how do we best support children to use their own voices?

Event sponsor
Admission

Free

Open to public, alumni, current students, faculty, future students, staff
Location
Live Virtual Event