In collaboration with the Connecticut Children's Alliance, the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) 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. The seven students selected will complete a year-long practicum at a Connecticut Child Advocacy Center and will receive a $1,000 stipend. Students can indicate their preference for the CAC location; however, it is not guaranteed. Read more information about the National Children's Alliance and the Zero Abuse Project.

Student Eligibility:

• BSW seniors
• MSW On Campus students: Individuals, Groups, and Families, Community Organizing, and Policy Practice
• MSW Online and Stamford Cohort Connecticut students: Individuals, Groups, and Families advanced year
• Have an interest in child welfare and advocacy
• Meet UConn and practicum agency requirements, including but not limited to CPS, Fingerprinting, etc.

Application Process:

• Complete the application and include a statement of interest (refer to the application for requirements) and an unofficial transcript.

Students Requirements:

• 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 during the year of program participation
• Complete a CT Child Advocacy Center practicum at one of the identified locations