Fresno Council on Child Abuse Prevention
It should not hurt
to be a child.
Our mission is to coordinate community efforts to prevent and respond to child abuse
and neglect.
Make a difference today
Advocate
Be a voice for all children at risk. This involves more than reporting suspected maltreatment.
California spends 12 times as much annually on prisoners as it does on preschoolers – $132,860 per prisoner versus $23,878 per preschool student.
Donate
Give your time, treasure (money) or talent! Constant research and development of child abuse prevention programs that are evidence based and involve a multi – disciplinary approach to prevent abuse before it occurs which requires the
support of our entire community.
For every $10 invested in prevention, $1,000 is saved
in intervention, treatment and human suffering!
Educate
Educate yourself, other family members and your colleagues on ACEs
– what are Adverse Childhood Experiences and the destructive impact on our society.
Upcoming events
- April 3rd - All Day!
- Social media campaign (Tag @FCCAP4kids)
Post photos in blue to raise awareness.
- 3-4:30pm
- Fresno Sheriff Substation
9th
Dec
8th
April
- During worship services
- Churches nationwide
Pray for abuse victims and rescuers. Register your church at bluesunday.org.
26th
April
Our Impact
Annual Reports
Protecting Fresno's Children
Understanding Child Maltreatment in Our Community
Hover over your county on the map below and learn more about the current rate of reported child maltreatment allegations:
Are you a mandated reporter?
"The world is a dangerous place not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing."
– Albert Einstein
The State of California (P.C. 1165.7) currently lists 49 classifications of Mandated Reporters who are required by law to report all forms of child maltreatment.
Are you a "Regular" Volunteer?
Under AB 506, a regular volunteer is defined as a volunteer with a youth service organization who is 18 years or older and has direct contact with or supervises children for more than 16 hours per month or 32 hours per year. You must complete your Mandated Reporter Training.
Youth Service Organizations must complete the additional below requirements for regular volunteers:
- Background check with fingerprints to exclude persons with a history of sexual abuse or child abuse.
- Policies and procedures to ensure the prevention and reporting of suspected child abuse, neglect, and sexual abuse.
- The “two-adult-rule”: policies requiring the presence of at least two Mandated Reporters whenever adults at the organization are in contact with or supervising children.
Recognize the Signs
Physical Abuse
- Unexplained burns, bruises, or welts
- Flinches at sudden movements
- Wears inappropriate clothing to cover injuries
Emotional Abuse
- Extreme behavior changes
- Delayed emotional development
- Loss of self-confidence
Sexual Abuse
- Age-inappropriate sexual knowledge
- Eating, sleeping or hygiene changes
- Sexual themes in artwork, stories, play etc.
- Withdrawal or fear around specific adults
Neglect
- Examples:
- Intentional failure to provide adequate food, clothing, shelter, or medical care
- Willful harm
Teen Dating Violence: What You Need to Know!
MMC's 24-Hour Crisis Helpline
📞 (559) 233-HELP (4357)
Please let FCCAP know who you are, why you are here, and Did we help you?
You will be directed to a confidential survey. The information you provide will be used solely to improve the services we offer and will not be shared with anyone.
Board Member Spotlight
Sandra Cramolini
Board President
Bio
Board member since 2013, Sandra Cramolini has led as President and, with her husband, supported FCCAP’s prevention programs through generous giving.
Dr. Debra Bekerian
Vice President & Founding Volunteer
Bio
Since 2007, Dr. Bekerian has volunteered her expertise in abuse prevention. She joined the Board in 2014 and continues to lead in research and education.
Cruz Avila
Bio
Joined the FCCAP Board in 2021. As Exec. Director of Alcohol Justice, Cruz leads public health advocacy and brings years of nonprofit leadership experience.
Sgt. Marissa Jackson
Bio
was born & raised in Fresno, Marissa experienced trauma as a child and wanted to devote her life to giving back to the community so she became a police officer in 2005. In addition to 20 years of experience as a certified police officer, Sgt. Jackson earned a BS in Criminology from CSUF and two Masters from National University – Counseling Psychology & Public Administration with her thesis on “Recidivism Predictability & Use of Gun Related Crimes”. She served Marriage & Family Therapist Internships at Spirit of Woman & Resource Center for Survivors. With 7 years of Investigating Detective Specialty on Domestic Violence, she is an expert witness on the effects of spousal abuse & was awarded the Marjaree Mason Top 10 Women in 2023 & joined the FCCAP Board in 2024
