- If it is an emergency, call your local police department. They can ensure the immediate safety of a child and get medical attention if needed.
- Call your state or local child abuse hotline. Click here to find your state child welfare agency.
- If you are unsure how to report, contact the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline or 1-800-4-A-CHILD for more information about how to report in your community.
- If you want to report an Internet concern, contact the Cyber Tip Line.
Remember:
- Suspicion of abuse is all that is necessary to file a report;
- Your information can be given anonymously; and
- You will be asked to describe your concerns about the child and it will be helpful if you can provide: the child’s name, age, address, gender, school attended (if possible), and names of parents.
CWLA does not have the legal authority to investigate, intervene or provide guidance on individual cases or personal matters.
The Administration for Children and Families of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provides information and answers specific questions on a range of child, youth, and family issues at Help for You & Your Family.
Click on the Resources tab above for a listing of additional resource options. This list is for information only, and inclusion does not constitute an endorsement by CWLA.
1-888-510-BABY (2229)
Report Child Abuse in Your State
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678)
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
National Human Tracking Hotline
1-888-373-7888 or Text BeFree (233733)
National Runaway Safeline
1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929)
The Crime Victims Center – Parents for Megan’s Law
National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
1-800-662-HELP (4357)