Designating February 16, 2026, as Child Advocacy Center Day in West Virginia.

The bill designates February 16, 2026, as Child Advocacy Center Day in West Virginia. It recognizes the 21 Child Advocacy Centers in the state, which assisted over 4,700 alleged victims of child abuse and their families last year. These centers provide a safe environment for children to disclose abuse and offer services to every county. They also work with communities to educate about preventing, identifying, and reporting child abuse. The resolution invites the Legislature and citizens to recognize the importance of these centers.

Designating February 16, 2026, as Child Advocacy Center Day in West Virginia.

The bill designates February 16, 2026, as Child Advocacy Center Day in West Virginia. It recognizes the 21 Child Advocacy Centers in the state, which assisted over 4,700 alleged victims of child abuse and their families last year. These centers provide a safe environment for children to disclose abuse and offer services to every county. They also work with communities to educate about preventing, identifying, and reporting child abuse. The resolution invites the Legislature and citizens to recognize the importance of these centers.