The Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida identifies, funds, supports and tests innovative programs to improve the life outcomes of children, preserve and strengthen families and promote healthy behavior and functioning in society, recognizing that the wisest money spent is on prevention.
The Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida is one of 50 state chapters of Prevent Child Abuse America (PCA America). The chapter implements primary prevention activities and advocates for policies and initiatives to strengthen Florida's families and communities so children can grow and develop through healthy, safe and nurturing experiences.
Healthy Families Florida is a nationally accredited home visiting program for expectant parents and parents of newborns experiencing stressful life situations. The program improves childhood outcomes and increases family self-sufficiency by empowering parents through education and community support.
   Kick-Off Child Abuse Prevention Month
   Join US! Press Conference and Pinwheel Planting
   April 1, 2024 @930
   Department of Children and Families 2415 N Monroe St Ste 400, Tallahassee, FL 32303
Kayla Thomas, DrPH, MPH, named Director of Research, Evaluation & Systems
Kayla Thomas
On January 1, 2024, Kayla Thomas, DrPH, MPH, assumed the role of Director of Research, Evaluation & Systems of the Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida. Dr. Thomas has worked for the Ounce since 2014, starting out as a Research Assistant and most recently serving as an Evaluator. She is a true asset to the Ounce and has a wide breadth of experience implementing our mission.
  
  
https://www.cscbroward.org/news/broward-aware-2024The Broward AWARE! Protecting Our Children Campaign Theme: Protect Our Future, Listen With Love
The Broward AWARE! Protecting OUR Children campaign, powered by the Children’s Services Council, is an awareness campaign that uses the full spectrum of media to ensure that Broward County families, educators, media, law enforcement and all stakeholders use and share resources that make it possible for children to safely realize their full potential, hopes and dreams. The Broward AWARE campaign is inspired by the work of the Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida and Prevent Child Abuse/Pinwheels for Prevention Florida and is dedicated to:
Broward AWARE! consists of several community events throughout a four-month campaign that will culminate in April, during Child Abuse Prevention Month.
The Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida and each of its divisions respects the rights and freedoms of all people. The organization’s outreach efforts, trainings, and learning materials are intended to share information for education purposes only and does not endorse any concept listed in Section 760.10(8)(a) of the Florida Statutes. We do not attempt to promote, convince, encourage, or force any person to have or change any beliefs, values, or feelings.