Every child in Texas deserves to be a kid.
Abuse and crime against children disrupts a time of growth with trauma that can last a lifetime. We're here to help.
See how we protect childhood in TexasLet's build a community in Texas to prevent child sexual abuse
We’re proud to celebrate CACTX’s CEO, Joy Rauls, for being selected as one of 20 distinguished fellows from around the world for the OpEd Project and Oak Foundation’s Public Voices Fellowship. Her latest article has been published in the San Antonio Express-News, click here to read it.
Leading Change Across Texas
CACTX orchestrates Texas’ response to crimes against children and leads the way in preventing child sexual abuse in Texas by educating Texas communities and stewarding a statewide safety net of children’s advocacy centers charged with guiding impacted children and families toward safety, justice, and healing.
How we protect childhood
Protecting childhood takes both urgency and vision. CACTX responds when crimes occurs, and works relentlessly to stop abuse before it starts. Together, these efforts give every child in Texas the chance to grow up safe, whole, and free to be a kid again.
Justice and Healing for Child Victims.
When crime occurs, CACTX makes sure kids aren’t left to carry it alone. Coordinated care alongside case management and victim support help children and families families find justice and begin the path to healing.
Prevention that lasts
Child sexual abuse isn’t inevitable. It’s preventable. CACTX equips Texans with the tools to recognize, report, and act, changing the odds so the next generation can grow up free from crime.
A statewide safety net
When crime impacts a child, expert local support is needed. That's why CACTX stewards a statewide network of children's advocacy centers (CACs) to assist our most vulnerable Texans and is actively working toward solutions to prevent child sexual abuse.
97.6% of all Texans live in a county that is officially served by a local CAC.
349,470 Texas Abuse Hotline reports received & reviewed by CACs
62,785 children received critical services at a Texas CAC.
64% of abuse cases seen at a local CAC were sexual abuse.
Based on services from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025.
Speaking up isn’t just a legal duty, it’s a lifeline.
In Texas, every adult is required by law to report suspected child abuse. Your report could be the difference between a child carrying the weight of these crimes alone and a child finding safety, justice, and healing. For emergencies, dial 911. Texas Abuse Hotline: 1-800-252-5400Find the local CAC serving children and families impacted by crime in your community.
Resources
Explore our Resources for valuable tools and materials dedicated to educating and equipping individuals and our communities to protect children and create safer environments for all.
Community Collateral
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Quick Tips for Parents – Preventing Child Sexual Abuse
Quick tips for parents and guardians to recognize, prevent, and report child sexual abuse.
DownloadSchool Materials
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Educators Guide
A Texas School Employee’s Guide to reporting suspected abuse & neglect.
DownloadCACTX Insights
Gain valuable insights and stay connected with our ongoing and active work and learn how we're advocating for Texas children.
New Insights on Supporting Rural Law Enforcement
Our Regional Crimes Against Children pilot program generates positive results — and offers a model for innovation.
Strengthening our efforts to provide every child in Texas with the highest standard of care.
New Study: Treating PSB Matters
Discover how treating problematic sexual behavior (PSB) can help end the cycle of child sexual abuse.
Your Support is Paramount
Our success in creating lasting change is only possible with the collaboration and support of partners across the state who share our belief that we can make Texas the best place to be a child. Our supporters are a critical aspect of our effort to protect Texas children in every community.
