Media contacts

Please contact: Anna Potter, Program Manager at 585-935-7800. You may also reach her by email at: apotterBivonaCAC [dot] org. Bivona staff and partners are uniquely qualified to comment on stories regarding child sexual and physical abuse as well as neglect issues. We can provide expert commentary on the physical and emotional effects of abuse, how the law operates, and of course, the role that Bivona plays in local child abuse investigations.

Awareness of child abuse is the first step in putting an end to this silent epidemic, so we encourage your coverage of the issue.

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Resources

We’ve put together a lengthy list of links to agencies and organizations who can provide you with more information and assistance.

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News Releases

Our news releases are listed in chronological order, with the most recent first.

Senate Subcommittee on Children and Families

Breaking the Silence on Child Abuse Protection, Prevention, Intervention, and Deterrence

HEARING DATE: December 13, 2011

In recent months the issue of child sexual abuse has been prevalent in both national and local news. The December 13, 2011 Senate Subcommittee on Children and Families hearing, “Breaking the Silence on Child Abuse Protection, Prevention, Intervention, and Deterrence,” brought together a panel of respected leaders in the child advocacy community to discuss relevant issues surrounding child sexual abuse.

Bivona Earns Re-accreditation from National Children's Alliance

National Children’s Alliance recognizes Bivona Child Advocacy Center as one of the country’s premiere organizations.

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK; December 7, 2011

Bivona Child Advocacy Center has been awarded re-accreditation by National Children’s Alliance following an extensive application and site review process. As the accrediting agency for children advocacy centers (CAC) across the country, National Children’s Alliance awards various levels of accreditation and membership to centers responding to allegations of child abuse in ways that are effective and efficient, and put the needs of child victims of abuse first. Accreditation is the highest level of membership with National Children’s Alliance and denotes excellence in service provision.

Bivona Child Advocacy Center honors Jorge Weiss as 2011 Champion for Children

Weiss receives award for his dedication and committment to Bivona and to children

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK; October 20, 2011

Bivona Child Advocacy Center recently named Jorge Weiss as the 2011 “Champion for Children.” The Champion for Children Award is given annually to an exceptional individual whose support and volunteerism demonstrates selfless dedication to Bivona directly impacting the lives of children affected by abuse.

Bivona Child Advocacy Center celebrates 7 years of child abuse intervention

Agency has become a valuable community resource and has evaluated nearly 7,000 children.

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK- August 1, 2011

Today, Bivona Child Advocacy Center celebrates its 7-year anniversary. Since opening, nearly 7,000 children have been provided a path to healing by Bivona Child Advocacy Center’s collaboration of partner agencies.

Golf tournament to benefit local child abuse victims

Bivona Child Advocacy Center will host its 9th Annual Golf Tournament at Midvale Country Club on Monday, June 27.

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK- June 9, 2011

Bivona Child Advocacy Center will host its 9th Annual Golf Tournament at Midvale Country Club on Monday, June 27. Bivona’s signature ‘Bald-Headed Boys’ will again make an appearance to help raise funds for the abused children Bivona serves.

Bivona Recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

April Marks an Important Time to Call Attention to the Epidemic of Child Abuse

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK- April 5, 2011

Throughout the month of April, Bivona Child Advocacy Center is joining National Children’s Alliance and its thousands of members and supporters across the country to bring much needed attention to the issues of child abuse intervention and prevention. Child abuse is a silent epidemic, one that most people would like to think happens in some other neighborhood, to some other family, to some other child.

Bivona to host third annual "Bivona Summit on Child Abuse"

Expanded Two-Day Format Will Provide 300 Professionals with Education & Resources about Child Abuse

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK- April 25, 2011

In conjunction with Child Abuse Prevention Month, Bivona Child Advocacy Center will host its third annual Bivona Summit on Child Abuse, Thursday and Friday, April 28-29, 2011, at the Rochester Plaza Hotel and Conference Center. The Bivona Summit, a multidisciplinary training conference for professionals who work with children, was created by Bivona Child Advocacy Center in recognition of the pressing need to build awareness and education about child abuse. Due to the extraordinary feedback and support received from the 700 total attendees in its first two years, the Bivona Summit on Child Abuse has been expanded to a two-day conference.

Kip Palmer Honored as 2010 Champion for Children

Dwight “Kip” Palmer Receives Award for His Unwavering Dedication and Commitment to Children

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK- March 10, 2011

Kip Palmer, President & CEO, Palmer Food Services was honored with Bivona Child Advocacy Center’s 2010 “Champion for Children” Award. The award was presented to Palmer at Bivona’s signature fund-raiser, Open That Bottle Night, which was held Saturday, February 26, 2011 at Locust Hill Country Club. Bivona Child Advocacy Center’s Champion for Children Award is given annually to an exceptional individual whose community support and volunteer activities demonstrate selfless dedication to the organization.

Founding Executive Director Selected as ATHENA Award Finalist

Mary Whittier Nominated for Her Dedication to Children Impacted by Sexual and Physical Abuse

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK- January 11, 2011

Bivona Child Advocacy Center is proud to announce that Founding Executive Director, Mary Whittier, was selected as a 2011 finalist of the Greater Rochester Women’s Council 25th Annual ATHENA™ Award. Whittier’s leadership skills, vision and energy led to her nomination which highlights her dedication to Bivona Child Advocacy Center and its mission to provide children who have been affected by abuse. Because of Whittier’s leadership and drive, every child in Greater Rochester that has been sexually or physically abused has access to Bivona’s comprehensive services and resources.

Triathlon for Bivona and our community's children

Support Andy Kubrich in his quest to conquer the Musselman Half-Iron Triathlon, while helping make a difference in the lives of thousands of abused children. Andy’s goal is to raise $5,000 for Bivona Child Advocacy Center.

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