National Organization for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (NOPCAN)

Type
Direct Service Delivery, Advocacy, Policy
Phone Number
501-223-0441
Components of the Programme
Advocate for expanded and appropriate activities to prevent child abuse and neglect.

-Create awareness of child abuse and neglect.

-Improve parent knowledge and skills through effective parenting training education.

-Institute training countrywide in the identification and treatment of child abuse.

-Mobilize community resources for prevention and intervention measures.

-Use a rights-based approach in the development and implementation of child abuse prevention programs.
Mission
To prevent child abuse and neglect and to strengthen and preserve the Belizean family through education/awareness, advocacy, research and legal reform.
Coverage
National
Population
Children and families affected by abuse