Cullman Recognizes Child Abuse Awareness Month

City proclamation highlights local organizations providing critical support services

Mar. 30, 2026 at 10:29pm

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A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a child's crayon repeated in a tight grid pattern, conceptually representing the importance of childhood education and development in the fight against abuse and neglect.Cullman's proclamation highlights the community's commitment to child abuse prevention through coordinated support services.Cullman Today

The City of Cullman, Alabama officially recognized April as Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month with a proclamation presented at City Hall. The proclamation emphasizes the importance of awareness, early intervention, and community partnerships in preventing child abuse and neglect and supporting children and families. Representatives from local advocacy groups like Brooks' Place, Cullman Caring for Kids, and The Link attended the ceremony.

Why it matters

Child abuse prevention is an ongoing challenge that requires coordinated efforts from government, nonprofits, and the broader community. Cullman's proclamation shines a light on the critical work being done by local organizations to provide services, resources, and support for vulnerable children and families.

The details

The proclamation was presented on March 30, 2026 at Cullman City Hall. It highlighted the roles of groups like the Child Advocacy Center of Cullman (Brooks' Place), Cullman Caring for Kids, Cullman County CASA, the Department of Human Resources, The Link of Cullman County, and The Willow Path in serving local families through advocacy, education, and crisis support services.

  • The proclamation was presented on March 30, 2026 at Cullman City Hall.
  • April is recognized as Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month.

The players

Gail Swafford

Representative from the Child Advocacy Center of Cullman (Brooks' Place).

Melissa Betts

Representative from The Link of Cullman County.

Javon Daniel

Representative from Cullman Caring for Kids.

Alyson Miley

Representative from Cullman Caring for Kids.

Woody Jacobs

Mayor of Cullman, Alabama.

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What they’re saying

“We appreciate the work these groups do every day to support children and families in our community.”

— Woody Jacobs, Mayor of Cullman

What’s next

The city and local organizations will continue their year-round efforts to raise awareness, provide services, and support families throughout Cullman County.

The takeaway

Cullman's proclamation highlights the collaborative work of government, nonprofits, and the community to address child abuse and neglect through prevention, early intervention, and comprehensive support services for vulnerable children and families.