TORONTO, Oct. 1, 2012 /CNW/ - The most important thing you can do to reduce child abuse is listen to what kids say.
And if what they say worries you, pick up the phone.
That's the simple message of Kids Say, a television PSA created by the York Region Children's Aid Society to help prevent child abuse. October is Child Abuse Prevention Month.
"If something a child says or does causes you to feel concerned about their well-being, all you have to do is pick up the telephone and call your local Children's Aid Society," says Patrick Lake, executive director of the York Region Children's Aid Society.
"You don't need proof. You don't need to identify yourself. You just have to let us know that you believe a child is at risk."
The 30-second public service announcement, which is available in formats suitable for television broadcast or inclusion in Web sites and blogs, depicts children revealing information which should create adult concern. A 60-second version is also available.
The public can also see the PSA at www.KidSay.ca
York Region Children's Aid Society is a non-profit organization that works in partnership with the community to protect children from abuse and neglect and provide a safe, secure and caring environment. Ontario Children's Aid Societies are mandated to investigate allegations or evidence that children under the age of 16 may need protection and to protect children where necessary.
MEDIA NOTICE
The Kids Say Public Service Announcement is now available for download in digital format in 30-second and 60-second versions at
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There are broadcast-ready versions - SD and HD - and Web-ready versions of both the 30-second and 60-second PSAs. Telecaster number available on request.
The PSA can be broadcast between October 1, 2012 and September 30, 2013.
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SOURCE: York Region Children's Aid Society
Jennifer Grant,
Director of Communications and Fund Development,
York Region Children's Aid Society
905 895 2318 Ext 6806 or 1 800 718 3850 Ext 6806
Cell 416 904 8762.
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