Thread by @AGKarlRacine

Welcome to OAG's Tuesday Twitter Chat!

Today we hope to hear from you about your questions on preventing child abuse!

You'll also get to hear info from our chat partners:

✅@SafeShoresDC
✅@DCCFSA
✅@doctorwoodland

#AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

@SafeShoresDC @DCCFSA @doctorwoodland District students looking to earn community service credit during today's chat must:

📣Retweet OAG content or panelist content twice from their personal Twitter account
📝Submit a 300-500 word essay

Learn more and submit essay: forms.gle/sg891TPdsfNFMb…

#AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

@SafeShoresDC @DCCFSA @doctorwoodland Did you know approximately 2.9 million cases of child abuse are reported every year in the United States?

April is #ChildAbusePreventionMonth, a time to raise awareness about this terrible crime and empower residents with resources on how to stop it. #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

@SafeShoresDC @DCCFSA @doctorwoodland OAG’s Family Services Division works year-round on behalf of DC's most vulnerable citizens—abused & neglected children.

Even now during #COVID19, we're working hard to keep children safe & ensure families get the services & support they need to thrive. #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

@SafeShoresDC @DCCFSA @doctorwoodland Q1: When people think of child abuse, they may think of physical violence, but what are other types of child abuse and neglect? #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

@SafeShoresDC @DCCFSA @doctorwoodland Q2: What are some signs of child abuse and neglect? #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

Q3: Does investigating child abuse always mean the child is taken out of the home? #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

Q4: What are some ways you can talk to your kids about child abuse and neglect? #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

Q5: What are some of the things you should look for and ask a caregiver for your children? (babysitter, nanny, daycare provider, family member) #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

Q6: How can you talk to your friends about child abuse? What if a friend tells you they have been abused? #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

Q7: What can a youth do if someone is trying to make them use their body in ways they do not agree with? For example, what if someone is asking them to exchange sex for money, food, drugs, or shelter, or something else of value? #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

Thanks to everyone for participating in today’s #AskDCOAG Twitter Chat for #ChildAbusePreventionMonth!

Today we heard some great information and resource about how you can help protect DC children. #KeepKidsSafeDC

Reminder: If you believe you have information about suspected child abuse and neglect, or child sex trafficking in DC, call the Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 202-671- SAFE (7233). #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

Please follow our chat partners for more resources and information on how to recognize and prevent child abuse:

✅@SafeShoresDC
✅@DCCFSA
✅@doctorwoodland
✅@MissingKids

#AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

@SafeShoresDC @DCCFSA @doctorwoodland @MissingKids Don't forget: Students wishing to receive community service hours for this Twitter Chat can learn more and submit their 300-500 word essay at: forms.gle/sg891TPdsfNFMb… #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

@SafeShoresDC @DCCFSA @doctorwoodland @MissingKids DC High School students can continue to engage with OAG through a three-week paid summer program where youth analyze real world problems and discuss policy recommendations with OAG leadership!

Admission deadline: Apr. 28

Learn more: oag.dc.gov/hsac

@SafeShoresDC @DCCFSA @doctorwoodland @MissingKids Remember, you can find tips to prevent the spread of #COVID19 and support the health and well-being of yourself and your children at home, visit coronavirus.dc.gov/lifeathome #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

@SafeShoresDC @DCCFSA @doctorwoodland @MissingKids Also, if you are using non-medical masks and face coverings, follow these tips.

Remember, masks and face coverings do not eliminate the need to stay at home or practice social distancing while performing essential tasks. #AskDCOAG #KeepKidsSafeDC

@SafeShoresDC @DCCFSA @doctorwoodland @MissingKids Join us Tuesday, April 14 from noon to 1pm for our next #AskDCOAG Twitter chat where we'll discuss consent and how teens can prevent sexual assault.