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CJAC uses a team approach for responding to child abuse allegations. The child's safety, health and wellbeing are of the utmost importance at CJAC.

10/31/2026

💙 Help Us Make a Difference — Join the CJAC Board of Directors! 💙

The Children’s Justice & Advocacy Center (CJAC) is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors and help strengthen our mission of supporting children and families affected by child abuse in Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties.

We are especially interested in individuals with professional experience or backgrounds in:

🔹 Social Services & Child Welfare

🔹 Mental & Behavioral Health

🔹 Medical & Healthcare Fields

🔹 Legal & Criminal Justice Systems

🔹 Victim & Family Advocacy

🔹 Law Enforcement

🔹 Youth-Serving Organizations & Education

🔹 Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs)

🔹 Nonprofit Leadership & Management

🔹 Finance, Accounting & Financial Oversight

🔹 Fundraising, Grant Development & Philanthropy

🔹 Organizational Governance & Strategic Planning

🔹 Business Leadership & Community Engagement

Your experience, perspective, and commitment can help shape the future of CJAC and the services we provide to children and families in our community.

Board service is an opportunity to contribute your expertise, provide meaningful leadership, strengthen community partnerships, and help ensure children and families have access to compassionate, coordinated support when they need it most.

💙 You don't have to work directly in these fields to make a difference! We also welcome community members who share our mission and are committed to making a lasting impact.

📩 Interested in learning more? Contact us at 360-353-3933

Be a voice for children. Be part of the solution. Help shape the future of CJAC.

10/30/2026

🎃 A Little Halloween Reminder: Even Little Voices Deserve Big Respect! 💜

Halloween is full of excitement, costumes, candy, and spooky fun! It's also a great opportunity to remind children that their comfort and boundaries matter.

👻 Don't want to hug someone? That's okay!

🎃 Don't feel comfortable going into a haunted house? That's okay, too!

🦇 Don't want your picture taken or shared? Your voice matters!

🍬 Feeling overwhelmed and need a break? Absolutely okay!

Teaching children that they can express their boundaries—and that adults will respect them—helps build confidence, trust, and personal safety.

At CJAC, we believe empowering children starts with listening to them.

From all of us at CJAC, have a fun, safe, and happy Halloween! 🧡

10/28/2026

📱 Not Every Online Danger Looks Dangerous.

Online grooming doesn't always begin with an obvious threat. Sometimes, it starts with friendship, compliments, attention, or someone who seems to genuinely understand a young person.

🚩 Someone offering gifts, money, or special attention.

🚩 An online connection asking a child to keep conversations secret.

🚩 Someone encouraging conversations to move to private platforms.

🚩 Pressure to share personal information, photos, or videos.

🚩 Someone making a child feel guilty or afraid for setting boundaries.

The most powerful protective tool? Connection.

Have regular, judgment-free conversations about online experiences. Let children and teens know they can come to you—even if they've made a mistake, broken a rule, or shared something they regret.

At CJAC, we believe prevention begins with education, awareness, and trusted relationships.

💙 Keep the conversation open. Keep the connection strong.

10/27/2026

🕯️🐾 The Eight Nights of the Dead: Honoring Those We Love 🧡

Across cultures and traditions, remembrance is a beautiful way to honor the lives of those who are no longer with us.

Beginning October 27th, the Eight Nights of the Dead offers a meaningful reflection on love, loss, and the lasting connections we carry with us.

At the Children's Justice & Advocacy Center (CJAC), we recognize that grief looks different for everyone, especially children and families navigating loss.

Whether remembering a beloved pet, a family member, a friend, or someone whose absence is deeply felt, these days can be an opportunity to share memories, honor loved ones, and create space for healing. ❤️

We invite our community to approach these days with compassion, kindness, and the understanding that there is no right or wrong way to grieve.

🧡 Who holds a special place in your heart today? You're welcome to share a name, a memory, or simply a heart below.

10/26/2026

💙 Sometimes, behavior is telling us what words cannot.

A child who suddenly becomes withdrawn, easily frustrated, unusually clingy, or struggles at school may be communicating something they don't yet have the words to explain.

What looks like defiance may actually be fear.
What looks like anger may be overwhelming emotions.
What looks like shutting down may be a child trying to cope.

These behaviors don't automatically mean a child has experienced trauma, but they are reminders to approach children with curiosity and compassion rather than judgment.

💙 Look beyond the behavior.
💙 Lead with patience.
💙 Create space for connection.
💙 Remember that feeling safe comes before opening up.

At CJAC, we recognize that every child's experiences and responses are unique.

Before asking, "What's wrong with this child?" try asking, "What might this child need?"

10/23/2026

🎃👻 Halloween Parties & Safety: Conversations That Matter! 💙

Halloween is a time for fun, friendships, and growing independence! Before your tween or teen heads out, take a moment to connect and talk about staying safe.

🎃 Make a Plan: Talk about where they'll be, who they'll be with, and how they'll get home safely.

💙 Respect Boundaries: Remind young people that everyone deserves to feel comfortable, respected, and free to say no.

👻 Navigate Peer Pressure: Discuss what they can do if a situation doesn't feel right or they're pressured to participate.

🍬 Talk About Substances: Have age-appropriate conversations about alcohol, va**ng, and getting help if someone is unsafe.

📱 Protect Privacy: Encourage thoughtful choices about sharing photos, videos, and personal information.

🚗 Create a Safety Plan: Agree on a code word or text they can use if they need support or a ride home.

🧡 Lead With Connection: Remind them, "You can always reach out to me. Your safety and well-being come first."

At the Children's Justice & Advocacy Center, we believe open conversations and trusted connections help young people feel safe, supported, and empowered.

💙 Safety starts with connection, not fear.

10/21/2026

🍂💙 Fall Into Safety: Helping Kids Feel Safe, Heard & Supported 🍁

As the seasons change, it's a wonderful opportunity to strengthen the connections that help children feel safe. At the Children's Justice & Advocacy Center, we know that safety begins with trust, connection, and caring adults.

Here are a few gentle reminders for supporting children this fall:

🍁 Encourage Body Autonomy: Help children understand that their bodies belong to them and their personal boundaries deserve respect.

💙 Create Space for Conversation: Let children know they can share their feelings, worries, or questions without fear of judgment or getting in trouble.

🎃 Stay Connected: Take an interest in the people, activities, and online spaces in your child's life. Lead with curiosity rather than fear.

🍂 Respect Their Comfort: Allow children to choose how they greet others. A wave or smile is just as meaningful as a hug.

🧡 Respond with Care: When a child shares something difficult, listen calmly, thank them for trusting you, and remind them they are not to blame.

Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and supported. Together, we can build a community where children know their voices matter. 💙

10/19/2026

💙 WOW, Fibre Federal Credit Union — YOU SHOWED UP IN A HUGE WAY! 💙

We put out a call to our community, and the incredible employees at Fibre Federal Credit Union answered with an overwhelming amount of generosity! 🥹💙

Just LOOK at all of these donations! From snacks and easy meals to bottled water, these items will go directly toward supporting the children and families we serve at the Children's Justice & Advocacy Center.

What may seem like a simple snack or bottle of water can mean so much to a child or family navigating an incredibly difficult time. These small comforts help us create a welcoming, supportive space where families feel cared for.

To the amazing employees at Fibre Federal Credit Union: THANK YOU! Your kindness, generosity, and willingness to step up when we asked for help mean more than we can express.

This is what community looks like. People coming together, answering the call, and making a meaningful difference for local children and families. 💙

We asked, and Fibre showed up BIG! 👏💙

10/16/2026

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜

Domestic violence affects more than just adults. Children who witness or experience violence can carry its impact long after the abuse ends.

At CJAC, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, heard, and supported. Understanding the challenges survivors face helps us better support children and families on their path to healing.

💜 Instead of asking, "Why didn't they leave?" let's ask, "How can we help?"

💬 What can we do as a community to better support children and families impacted by domestic violence?

👇 Share your thoughts below and share this post to help spread awareness!

📞 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233

10/15/2026

💙 Our hearts are absolutely broken for the students, families, and staff of Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon.

There are no words that can ease the heartbreak of a tragedy like this. Our thoughts are with every child, every family, and the entire Bend community as they face the unimaginable.

In moments like these, the strength of a community matters more than ever. We encourage everyone to come together with kindness, compassion, and support.
Check in on one another, hold your loved ones a little closer, and surround those impacted with the care and understanding they need.

May every family affected feel the love and support of communities near and far. 💙

Address

1717 Olympia Way Suite 203
Longview, WA
98632

Telephone

+13603533933

Website

http://www.cowlitzcountycjac.com/

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