New year, same mission!


Our 2024 resolution is to continue protecting and uplifting children who have experienced severe abuse and neglect. We're thankful for your support!

Young Professionals Committee Elects 2024 Leadership & Hosts First Meeting of the Year

After electing Hannah Topliff and Christine Curran as President and Vice President, respectively, The Young Professionals Committee held their first meeting of 2024 at Baby Grand Karaoke this month. After raising nearly $30,000 in 2023, this fantastic group is poised for a groundbreaking year ahead!

Stay tuned for upcoming NYSPCC abuse prevention trainings, available in English and Spanish!

One in ten children are sexually abused before age 18 and children with disabilities are at a higher risk. This 1-hour FREE training is designed to empower and encourage elementary school personnel to become agents for change. By giving them the tools, knowledge, and confidence, they need to prevent, identify, and report abuse, more children will be protected. Register here!

NYSPCC Supporter Spotlight: Dr. Raashida Edwards

The NYSPCC would like to highlight the kind support of Dr. Raashida Edwards, DSW, LCSW, whose monthly contributions have demonstrated an incredible commitment to helping New York's most abused and neglected children. When asked why she supports the NYSPCC, Dr. Edwards said,


"I'm a survivor. I'm a mother. I'm a New Yorker. It’s my responsibility to donate to the NYSPCC because I see all children in the universe as my own, and as such, I have an intentional responsibility to them. It’s not complicated."


From the bottom of our hearts, thank you, Dr. Edwards. You inspire us all!

Come along with us to a Safe Touches training!


Have you ever wondered what a Safe Touches training looks like? Watch below as our passionate educators facilitate a training that equips children with the knowledge to recognize and protect their own boundaries. In 2023, the Training Team held 189 Safe Touches workshops, reaching over 3,500 children. Together, we can create safer and more informed communities for our children to thrive in!

NYSPCC Supports New Legislation Protecting Kids Online


Interim Executive Director Muna Heaven recently participated in a legislative briefing on the Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) For Kids Act, hosted by Senator Gournardes and Assemblymember Nily Rozic.


The SAFE For Kids Act is aimed at protecting minors from addictive content on social media platforms while shielding them from online sexual exploitation.


Gear up for the NYC Half Marathon with the NYSPCC on March 17th

Join us for the 2024 Five Boro Bike Tour on May 5th

If you'd like to run for a cause, now's your chance to lace up your shoes and join the NYSPCC team on March 17th! We are so excited to root for you. Contact Caroline Miskovsky if you'd like a spot on our team.

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We're so excited to offer spots on the NYC 2024 Bike Tour! This scenic ride goes through all the boroughs of New York on May 5th and is a great chance to see new parts of the city while supporting the community. Register HERE!

We're so excited for the year to come. Thank you for being a part of this journey to protect children and families in New York and beyond.


In partnership,


The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children