National study released on prevalence and characteristics of youth sexting

December 05 2011 - Press Releases
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released its national study on the prevalence and characteristics of youth sexting. The objective

MCASA continues work with national partners to ensure Maryland’s concerns are heard

November 30 2011 - Press Releases
The Violence Against Women Act is due for reauthorization. Senators Patrick Leahy (D-VT) and Mike Crapo (R-ID), will introduce a

NSVRC provides online resources on child sexual abuse

November 28 2011 - Press Releases
The collection of online resources provides information and tools for caretakers, organizations and communities assuming the responsibility of preventing child

First hearing of the Defending Childhood Task Force

November 17 2011 - Press Releases
Last month, the Department of Justice announced the establishment of the Attorney General’s National Task Force on Children Exposed

New AAUW report on sexual harassment in schools

November 07 2011 - Press Releases
Based on findings from a nationally representative survey conducted in May and June, 2011, this report presents the most comprehensive research

FBI subcommittee makes recommendations to create a new federal definition of rape

October 19 2011 - Press Releases
An FBI subcommittee made recommendations Tuesday, 10/18 at a meeting in Baltimore to create a new federal definition of rape, moving

MCASA’s Lisae C. Jordan on WYPR’s Maryland Morning with Sheilah Kast

October 19 2011 - Press Releases
MCASA's General Counsel and SALI Director, Lisae C. Jordan talked with Sheilah Kast, of WYPR's Maryland Morning on Tuesday, October 1

MCASA Supports Change in Uniform Crime Report’s Definition of Rape

October 18 2011 - Press Releases
The FBI meets in Baltimore today to discuss the current Uniform Crime Report’s definition of rape. MCASA believes the

Baltimore City Releases SART One-Year Report and Launches Rape Helpline Outreach Campaign with Support of MCASA

October 13 2011 - Press Releases
Baltimore City announced today the release of a detailed report which tracks the activities and progress of the City’s

MCASA releases 2012-2014 Strategic Plan

October 12 2011 - Press Releases
MCASA today released a new strategic plan that will guide the organization’s programs and services during the next three

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