Child Abuse & Neglect Laws in South Carolina
Policy and Advocacy
Advocacy and policy work are vital to child abuse prevention.
Advocacy and policy work drive systemic change, promote laws and policies supporting families and prioritize prevention efforts. Policy efforts help create environments where families can thrive, ensuring that prevention is not only possible but prioritized and sustained over time.
Legislative Priorities
Children’s Trust publishes an annual legislative priority agenda to clearly outline our priorities, guide our advocacy efforts and inform policymakers and the public about the systemic changes needed to prevent child abuse and strengthen families.
Economic Impact of Child Abuse and Neglect in South Carolina
This study by the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina outlines the economic impact of child abuse and neglect in the state.
How to Advocate for Children
Want to make a difference for kids? Learn how to be an effective advocate with simple tools, strategies and tips for raising your voice, building relationships and driving change for children and families.
KIDS COUNT
As the South Carolina leader for the KIDS COUNT project, we collect and share data that informs decision makers on critical child and family well-being measures.
Policy Post
During the legislative sessions, our weekly newsletter shares the latest policy news on issues affecting children and families.
Policy Forum
Our monthly column offers expert opinions on a wide variety of topics related to child and family well-being.
South Carolina Child Fatality Advisory Committee
Children’s Trust plays a leadership role on the Child Fatality Advisory Committee as it works to understand deaths involving children 17 years and younger that are unexpected, unexplained, suspicious or criminal in nature. Its purpose is to advise the General Assembly and Governor on statutory, policy and practice changes which will prevent child deaths. scfacsc.org ›