Riverside County Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPC)
Welcome to the HOPE Collaborative website. Thank you for taking the time to learn about how we keep children safe in Riverside County. As the Child Abuse Prevention Council, we work collaboratively with community partners, and county agencies to ensure our families feel safe and supported.
Explore our page to find information on our current efforts, campaigns, upcoming events/trainings, collaborative meeting dates, and links to resources for the prevention of child abuse and neglect.
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Join HOPE Collaborative as we raise awareness, take action, and stand together for children and families. Visit the Child Abuse Awareness tab or click on the image below to see what’s going on in Riverside County, and how to get involved.
Children’s Flag Raising Ceremony
On April 1, 2025, a special Children’s Flag Raising Ceremony was held at the Riverside County Administrative Center. Now in its third year, the ceremony honored the lives of young people lost due to abuse, neglect, and violence. It also served to educate the community on recognizing the signs of abuse and highlighted the collaborative efforts of organizations across the county dedicated to protecting children’s well-being.
Community members gathered to pay their respects to victims and reaffirm their commitment to creating a safer environment for children. This year’s ceremony was emceed by Riverside County Executive Officer Jeff Van Wagenen. Speakers included Katie Gilbertson from the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office – Victim Services Division, Bridgette Hernandez from the Department of Public Social Services, Sheriff Chad Bianco of the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, First District Supervisor Jose Medina, and Second District Supervisor Karen Spiegel.
The ceremony concluded with a heartfelt performance by the Jackson Elementary School Choir from Riverside Unified School District, leaving attendees with a powerful message of hope and unity.
Child Abuse Prevention Council 2023-2024 Annual Report
Each year, our work is a reflection of the community that stands behind it.
The 2023–2024 Annual Report captures how we continue to build a safer, more supportive environment for children and families across Riverside County. From prevention efforts to vital trainings and community partnerships, this year’s report highlights the collective impact of our work.
Click the cover image below to explore the full report and see the impact we’ve made—together.
You can also request a physical copy by emailing hopecollab@fsaca.org. Let’s continue to unite, innovate and take action. Together we can prevent child abuse in Riverside County.
Click here If you would like to look at previous CAPC publications.
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