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Even though April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, child advocates hope people look out for children in danger throughout the year.
“Child abuse is all around us in various forms. We want people to be mindful of it and learn to identify the signs associated with it,” said Conrad Arriola, executive director of CASA for the Highland Lakes Area. “I believe there are a lot of ways to help. It’s about having an awareness and be willing to look out for kids.”