Non-Profit 501(c)4

ICAPA Network

The Institutional Child Abuse Prevention and Advocacy Network  fights for the rights of at risk youth to receive safe, evidence based care and be protected from institutional child abuse in residential programs.

ICAPA Network is dedicated to authoring and supporting legislation aimed at reforming child protection and advocacy systems for the prevention of institutional child abuse.

Non-Profit 501(c)4

ICAPA Network

The Institutional Child Abuse Prevention and Advocacy Network fights for the rights of at risk youth to receive safe, evidence based care and be protected from institutional child abuse in residential programs.

ICAPA Network is dedicated to authoring and supporting legislation aimed at reforming child protection and advocacy systems for the prevention of institutional child abuse.

What we do

EDUCATE

Providing education and awareness of the issues of institutional child abuse and the need for legislative reform to provide oversight and protection to youth in care.

ADVOCATE

Creating initiatives to connect youth with advocates and legal services to prevent institutional child abuse.

LEGISLATE

Authoring and supporting legislation that would aim to prohibit abusive practices, provide resources and reform protection and advocacy systems.

WHAT WE DO

EDUCATE

Providing education and awareness of the issues of institutional child abuse and the need for legislative reform to provide oversight and protection to youth in care.

ADVOCATE

Creating initiatives to connect youth with advocates and legal services to prevent institutional child abuse.

LEGISLATE

Authoring and supporting legislation that would aim to prohibit abusive practices, provide resources and reform protection and advocacy systems.

Educate

A Troubled Industry

Thousands of youth are sent away to “troubled teen” behavior modification programs. This “tough love” approach often results in institutional child abuse. With a lack of government oversight, this highly profitable industry is allowed to operate with near impunity while abusing children and conning desperate parents.

Advocate

A Vulnerable Population

When families seek residential treatment for their children, navigating the systems of care and avoiding the bad actors of the industry can be a challenge. With access to educational resources and legal assistance, ICAPA can assist families in avoiding the pitfalls of deceptive marketing and unsafe placements.

Advocate

A Vulnerable Population

When families seek residential treatment for their children, navigating the systems of care and avoiding the bad actors of the industry can be a challenge. With access to educational resources and legal assistance, ICAPA can assist families in avoiding the pitfalls of deceptive marketing and unsafe placements.

Legislate

An Urgent Need for Reform

Only an inconsistent patchwork of state to state legislation exists to regulate this multi-billion dollar industry. In order to ensure the safety of every child in this country, we must utilize both state and federal legislation to address the current inconsistencies in regulation, mandate minimum industry standards, and create regulatory systems that will be effective at protecting youth from institutional abuse.

Support ICAPA

Donating to ICAPA Network is a powerful way to support our mission of advocating for youth and survivors and preventing institutional child abuse. Your generous contributions enable us to provide vital resources, education, and advocacy efforts that protect vulnerable children and amplify the voices of those who have experienced abuse. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a significant difference in our ability to drive lasting change.

 

Support ICAPA

Donating to ICAPA Network is a powerful way to support our mission of advocating for youth and survivors and preventing institutional child abuse. Your generous contributions enable us to provide vital resources, education, and advocacy efforts that protect vulnerable children and amplify the voices of those who have experienced abuse. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a significant difference in our ability to drive lasting change.

 

Legislation

Federal Legislation

ICAPA 2024

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

The Institutional Child Abuse Prevention Act 2024 seeks to address the critical issue of institutional child abuse occurring within residential and outdoor wilderness programs that provide care for children.

PURPOSE:

The purpose of this act is to amend the existing Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) to address institutional child abuse as a distinct category of child abuse. This amendment introduces a national ICA reporting hotline and establishes mandatory reporting requirements, jurisdiction and policies to improve protection and advocacy systems.

Upcoming Projects

Advocacy

Lobbyist Training

Join the movement to protect youth in residential programs with our comprehensive lobbyist training and essential Advocacy Kit. Designed to equip passionate advocates with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to drive meaningful change, this project is your roadmap to effective lobbying for institutional child abuse prevention.

Legal Resources

Project Break Free

Introducing: Project Break Free our comprehensive Legal Referral Service and Educational Platform. This initiative aims to connect dedicated attorneys with youth, families, and survivors in need of pro bono legal assistance, while also offering invaluable educational resources to better understand and combat institutional child abuse.

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers needed to provide support, legal services and advocacy to at-risk youth in residential treatment centers. If you are a legal professional, researcher, child advocate or provide any services that may assist in ICAPA's mission, please apply to volunteer with us. 

Contact Info

ICAPA Network

Office Hours

ICAPA Team:  M-F 9am - 4pm PST

Chelsea:  M-F ~ 4:30pm PST

The information on icapanetwork.com is for informational purposes only and does not reflect the opinions of the website owner. No content should be considered legal advice or mental health advice. The website owner is not liable for actions taken based on the information provided. Third-party opinions are their own and do not represent the website owner's views. The website owner disclaims liability for defamation or other claims related to third-party content. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please seek professional help immediately.

ICAPA Network

Contact Info

Office Hours

ICAPA Team:  M-F 9am - 4pm PST

Chelsea:  M-F ~ 4:30pm PST

The information on icapanetwork.com is for informational purposes only and does not reflect the opinions of the website owner. No content should be considered legal advice or mental health advice. The website owner is not liable for actions taken based on the information provided. Third-party opinions are their own and do not represent the website owner's views. The website owner disclaims liability for defamation or other claims related to third-party content. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please seek professional help immediately.