CAC & SAC
The Rhode Island Children's Network - State Chapter of Children's Advocacy Centers
- Provides technical assistance to CAC sites for growth and development of the CAC and MDT model for the investigation, treatment, and healing of child abuse cases.
- Leads an advisory meeting with statewide representation from MDT disciplines and service providers.
- Provides statewide training and education opportunities for the multidisciplinary team.
- Engages in legislative matters related to child abuse and related matters.
- Participates in statewide coalitions and task forces representing the best practices of the national CAC model.
The Rhode Island Sexual Assault Coalition
Coming soon.
Advocacy Resources
A Model Protocol for the Response to Sexual Assault Cases was developed by the Rhode Island Statewide Taskforce to Address Sexual Assault. This document serves as a resource for professionals to respond with a victim-centered approach across all disciplines involved in the response to adult sexual assault, including best practice guidelines, facilitation of immediate and comprehensive medical care, and inclusive processes to minimize the trauma to victims of sexual assault.
VINELink is the online portal to VINE, America’s leading victim notification network. Accessible 24/7/365, VINELink provides the most reliable information regarding custody status changes and criminal case information.
Click here to view a public service announcement about RI-VINE.
