Mount Airy Recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

City leaders aim to raise awareness of growing epidemic across North Carolina

Apr. 7, 2026 at 7:24pm

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A highly stylized, abstract grid of brightly colored teddy bear toys, conceptually representing the vulnerability of children and the need to protect them from abuse.A city-wide proclamation aims to rally the community against the growing crisis of child abuse in North Carolina.Mount Airy Today

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners has officially recognized April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, drawing attention to the ongoing crisis of child abuse plaguing communities across the state. According to the Children's Advocacy Centers of North Carolina, child abuse is an epidemic that requires greater focus and action from local leaders.

Why it matters

Child abuse is a devastating issue that impacts families and communities nationwide. By officially designating April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, Mount Airy is joining a statewide effort to raise awareness, advocate for resources, and encourage reporting to help protect vulnerable children.

The details

During a recent city council meeting, Mount Airy Commissioner David Hall emphasized the responsibility of local leaders to address the child abuse crisis, stating 'It is very much our responsibility to take care of children in society.' The official proclamation aims to galvanize the community to take action against this growing problem.

  • The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners officially recognized April as Child Abuse Prevention Month.

The players

David Hall

A member of the Mount Airy Board of Commissioners who spoke about the city's responsibility to address child abuse.

Children's Advocacy Centers of North Carolina

An organization that has identified child abuse as an epidemic plaguing communities across the state of North Carolina.

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What they’re saying

“It is very much our responsibility to take care of children in society.”

— David Hall, Mount Airy Board of Commissioners

The takeaway

By officially recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, Mount Airy is taking an important step to raise awareness and encourage action against the growing crisis of child abuse in North Carolina. This proclamation underscores the critical role that local leaders must play in protecting vulnerable children and supporting families within their communities.