Program Background
The Child Advocacy Program aims to enhance the workforce and ultimately reduce child abuse and generational trauma among children and youth in Connecticut. Students will develop specialized knowledge, skills, and training in child abuse prevention and the provision of comprehensive, multidisciplinary, community-based services to child victims and their families. In collaboration with the Connecticut Children's Alliance, a pilot program will commence in Fall 2025, offering up to four placements for Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) seniors and Community Organizing and Policy Practice students (CORG & POPR) to complete a year-long practicum at a Connecticut Child Advocacy Center (CAC). Students will be able to indicate their preference for the CAC location, however, it is not guaranteed.
Students will receive a $1,500 stipend, with a disbursement of $750 each semester. Priority application deadline is February 15th.
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Program Requirements
Student Eligibility:
- BSW senior OR MSW Community Organizing OR Policy Practice entering foundation first year in fall 2025
- Have an interest in child welfare and advocacy
- Meet UConn and practicum agency requirements including but not limited to CPS, Fingerprinting, etc.
- Complete the form and include a 1-2 page essay outlining your interest in the Child Advocacy Center Program and your interest and/or experience in child welfare.
Students agree to:
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- Maintain a minimum CUM GPA of 3.0 and remain in good academic standing
- Enroll in the required course, HBEL 5381—Child Maltreatment: History, Theory, Prevention, and Intervention in the fall semester
- Complete a CT Child Advocacy Center practicum at one of the identified locations
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Questions: Contact sswstrategic@uconn.edu