The National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC), founded in 1985 in Huntsville, Alabama, pioneered the world’s first Children’s Advocacy Center and introduced the now widely adopted Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) model for responding to child abuse. Since then, NCAC is transforming the global response to child abuse through their distinctive approach that integrates national and international expertise, on-the-ground experience, and cutting-edge research.
The organization drives a unified and powerful response to address child abuse worldwide, serving as a leader in the field of child protection. The NCAC Training Center and Southern Regional CAC are leading providers of high-quality training for professionals who support children experiencing abuse and their families.
Locally, the NCAC’s services touch the lives of nearly 10,000 residents in Huntsville/Madison County, Alabama, each year, providing essential services to parents and families. The organization operates the Child Abuse Library Online (CALiO™), a comprehensive resource utilized daily by thousands of people worldwide.
Through their multifaceted approach, the NCAC combines direct local services with global training and resource development. The NCAC’s mission encompasses both immediate support for affected families and long-term systemic change through education and resource sharing.
More information about this Difference Maker can be found at nationalcac.org
