Who We Are
Children’s Advocacy Center for North Texas and our partners are the front-line responders to reports of child sexual abuse in Denton, Wise and Jack Counties.
Our History
Children’s Advocacy Center for North Texas came about after the Denton County District Attorney’s Office saw a need for not only a united effort in fighting child abuse in Denton County, but also a means to provide healing to young victims and their families. After collaborating with like-minded, concerned citizens, the Denton County Children’s Advocacy Center opened in 1997 and has been a beacon of hope ever since. In 2021, the Advocacy Center became Children’s Advocacy Center for North Texas.
Our Staff & Board
Some of the most compassionate and dedicated individuals in North Texas make up the advocacy center’s proficient staff.
Our Staff is committed to providing healing and justice. We work collaboratively with professionals from law enforcement, Child Protective Services, the district attorney’s office and the medical field.
Our Board is made up of professionals and community leaders who are passionate about the advocacy center’s mission and represent diverse backgrounds and vocations throughout Denton County.
Our Partners
In the neutral setting of the CAC, team members can collaborate on strategies that will aid investigators and prosecutors without causing further harm to the child. This innovative multidisciplinary approach significantly increases the likelihood of a successful outcome in court and long-term healing for the abused child, the most vulnerable of crime victims.
Internship & Employment
We are proud to offer internship opportunities and employment in the fields of psychology, social work, public administration, communications and similar fields.
Our Four Core Values
Commitment
We will always advocate for healing and justice for abused children and their families.
Collaboration
We take an integrated approach to the investigation, treatment and prosecution of child abuse cases.
Integrity
We earn trust through accountability and high ethical standards.
Wellness
We strengthen and restore healthy families in our community.
FAQs
Are you Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County?
Yes! In 2021, the Center changed its name from Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County to Children’s Advocacy Center for North Texas. We are the same agency, with the same services. We also have the same Tax ID number: 75-2559765.
Why did you change your name?
In 2020, Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County formally expanded to include Wise County in its service area. Prior, Wise County was the largest county in Texas without a child advocacy center, and Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County offered limited services to child abuse victims in Wise County. Our new name reflects the large geographic area we serve. In 2022, CACTX added Jack County to our service area.
Are you a nonprofit or a government agency?
Children’s Advocacy Center for North Texas is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency recognized by the IRS. When a child advocacy center exists in a community, the Texas Family Code mandates that certain services are provided. We are one of 72 independent child advocacy centers in Texas. There are more than 900 in the United States.
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