Causes: Child Abuse Prevention, Crime & Law, Domestic Violence, Sexual Abuse Prevention, Spouse Abuse Prevention

Mission: The Stop Abuse Campaign prevents Adverse Childhood Experiences through public education and public policy.

Results: Our website is the most popular website focused on preventing ACEs. We ignite conversations by briefing the media. Our state chapters work with legislators across the country. Our first bill was introduced in Hawaii this year. It will be introduced in several more states next year. Visit our media page on our website to get a view of where we have been making an impact. We are building two community improvement projects where focused improvements in public policy can substantially eliminate child maltreatment.

Target demographics: Children

Direct beneficiaries per year: All children are at risk of child maltreatment. 66% in the US suffer enough childhood trauma to be permanently harmed.

Geographic areas served: United States

Programs: We protect children through public and legislative education and public policy change; our success will drastically reduce prison and homeless populations, while reducing many of the leading causes of death, like cancer, heart disease, and suicide. We are creating a healthier, happier, more economically productive society through the prevention of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Our success means all children will have the opportunity to reach their full potential.