Alabama Network of Children's Advocacy Centers, Inc. (ANCAC)

10/01/2026

We are so thankful for County Commissions supporting their local CACs across the state.

We are also incredibly grateful for the Association of County Commissions of Alabama and their dedication to Alabama’s children!

𝐎𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬

The Elmore County Commission approved appropriating Opioid Settlement Funds and a service agreement with Butterfly Bridge Children’s Advocacy Center during its recent meeting.

“When you look at the children that we serve, a significant number of them have a history of substance use in the family,” Hutcheson said. “That’s why we’re here today, because we know that trauma-informed behavioral health care is such an important part of helping these children and their caregivers.”

See more: https://elmoreautauganews.com/2026/09/30/opioid-funds-bring-new-support-to-elmore-county-families/

09/01/2026

Meet Our Intern, Gabby!

We’re excited to welcome our newest intern to the Alabama Network of Children’s Advocacy Centers! She is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work at Auburn University, and we’re looking forward to having her learn, grow, and work alongside us this semester.

We asked her a few questions to help you get to know her!

What made you choose social work?
“I have a passion for helping people and connecting them with resources that can make a difference in their lives.”

What interested you in interning with ANCAC?
“I love children, and I want to be able to advocate for children who might not be able to advocate for themselves.”

What are you most excited to learn during your internship?
“I’m most excited to learn about the different policies that exist, especially the policies and laws that protect children.”

What area of social work are you most interested in right now?
“Medical social work and child welfare.”

Where do you see yourself after graduation?
“After graduation, I plan to become a licensed social worker and hope to find a job in Mobile, but I’m also open to different opportunities.”

What is something you wish more people understood about social work?
“I wish more people understood what social workers actually do. When people think of social work, they often think social workers just remove children from their homes, but there is so much more to the profession and the work social workers do.”

What’s your favorite way to spend a day off?
“Reading a book, spending time with friends, and going on a long walk outside.”

What three words would your friends use to describe you?
“Fun, outgoing, and kind!”

We’re so glad to have her joining the ANCAC team the next 2 semesters and can’t wait to be part of her social work journey!

08/27/2026

Help us wish a happy birthday to our fearless leader, Lynn!

Thank you for your time and dedication to the children of Alabama. Your legacy will last a lifetime!

08/20/2026

Last week, Children’s Advocacy Center leaders from across Alabama came together for our annual Executive Director Conference. It was a meaningful week focused on growth, connection, and taking time to recharge.

A special thanks to Southern Regional Children's Advocacy Center and Ebert Design for leading incredible sessions on intentional practice, meaningful engagement, and strengthening the work we do every day.

We’re grateful for the leaders who continue to move the CAC movement forward across Alabama and for the opportunity to learn, connect, and grow together.

We’re already looking forward to next year!

08/07/2026

Kind? Absolutely. But also highly trained, highly skilled professionals.

Children’s Advocacy Center staff across Alabama are some of the most specialized nonprofit professionals in our state.

Working with children who have experienced abuse and trauma takes much more than a big heart. It requires extensive training and specialized knowledge in areas like child development, trauma, forensic interviewing, evidence-based mental health treatment, victim advocacy, multidisciplinary collaboration, and the complex systems that respond to child abuse.

Our forensic interviewers are trained to gather accurate information from children while minimizing suggestibility. Our therapists are trained in evidence-based treatments designed specifically for childhood trauma. Our advocates know how to support families navigating crisis, investigations, court proceedings, and recovery. Our MDT coordinators bring professionals from multiple agencies together to make sure the needs of the whole child are considered.

And the training doesn’t stop when they are hired. CAC professionals participate in ongoing education, peer review, consultation, and skill development throughout their careers.

The people doing this work are compassionate because compassion matters.

But they aren’t “just kind.” They are professionals. They are experts. They are skilled. And Alabama’s children deserve nothing less.

08/07/2026

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🎉 Please join us in welcoming our new Executive Director, Delia Hasberry! 💙

We are thrilled to welcome Delia to the Child Protect family. Her passion for serving children and families, combined with her leadership and dedication to our community, makes her an outstanding addition to our team.

As Montgomery County's Children's Advocacy Center, Child Protect is committed to restoring the health and wellbeing of children impacted by trauma through personalized connection and a coordinated community response. We are excited for the future under Delia's leadership as we continue providing hope, healing, and justice to children and families in our community.

Please join us in giving Delia a warm welcome as she begins this exciting new chapter with Child Protect!

💙 Welcome, Delia!

08/06/2026

ANCAC is grateful to Alabama’s Congressional Delegation for their continued support of Children’s Advocacy Centers across our state. Together, we remain committed to finding sustainable solutions that strengthen the services available to Alabama’s children and families.

We look forward to continuing this important partnership as we work to ensure every child has access to the care, protection, and advocacy they deserve. After all, Alabama’s greatest resource is our children.

Alabama helped pioneer the Children's Advocacy Center model. Now, the services that help children heal from abuse and support investigations are facing significant funding challenges.

In this op-ed for al.com, Alabama Network of Children's Advocacy Centers, Inc. (ANCAC) Executive Director Lynn Scott explains why Congress must act to stabilize the Crime Victims Fund and protect access to critical services for children and families across Alabama and the nation.

Read on to learn more: https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/08/alabama-children-need-help-from-congress-op-ed.html

07/20/2026

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07/17/2026

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07/13/2026

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