In this episode, we are joined by three experts who share with us the role of Children's Advocacy Centers (CAC) and debunk some myths about what a child medical exam is actually like. We also discuss the importance of collaboration between rape crisis centers and CACs, and how this process can benefit child survivors and their families.

To report suspected child abuse in PA, call ChildLine at 1-800-932-0313.

Learn More:

<ul><li><a href='https://penncac.org/find-a-center/'>Children's Advocacy Centers of Pennsylvania</a></li>

<li><a href='https://pcar.org/help-pa/locations'>Pennsylvania Sexual Assault Center Locations</a></li>

<li><a href='http://www.delcovictimassistance.org/'>Delaware County Victim Assistance Center</a></li>

<li><a href='https://www.nationalchildrensalliance.org/cac-model/'>Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) model</a></li>

<li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKtyGPZohkI'>About CACs: Inspiring Hope, Ending Abuse</a></li>

<li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMFx36gFk6Y'>About CACs: Child-Focused Investigation</a></li>

<li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzKsjjZm2oQ'>About CACs: Support for the Healing Journey</a></li>

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Episode 40: Teen Dating Violence Policies

PA Centered is a podcast designed to help listeners be a part of the solution to end sexual harassment, abuse, and assault. Each episode, we will take on a topic or current event to help spark conversation and break down barriers to building communities free from sexual violence. Hosted by the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape (PCAR).