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Children's Advocacy Centers of Tennessee

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Children's Advocacy Centers of Tennessee

We are a membership organization dedicated to helping Tennessee respond to allegations of child abuse in ways that put children's needs first.

We provide training, support, technical assistance, and leadership on a statewide level to local child advocacy centers and communities throughout Tennessee responding to reports of child abuse and neglect. We strongly believe that the combined professional wisdom and skill of the multidisciplinary team approach results in a more complete understanding of case issues and the most effective child a

nd family focused system response possible. A children’s advocacy center (CAC) is a child-focused, facility-based program in which representatives from many disciplines, including law enforcement, child protection, prosecution, mental health, medical, victim advocacy and child advocacy, work together to conduct interviews and make team decisions about investigation, treatment, management and prosecution of child abuse cases.

06/23/2026

CACTN Executive Director, Stephen Woerner, met up with Kid's Place/ A Child Advocacy Center Executive Director, Charlsi Legendre, and Assistant Director, Kate Archer, last week to visit all 4 of their locations in Lawrenceburg, Columbia, Pulaski, and Waynesboro, TN!

06/21/2026

Today we celebrate the fathers and father figures who help children feel safe, valued, and loved.

Strong families and supportive adults play an important role in preventing abuse and helping children thrive. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of children every day.

Happy Father's Day! 👔

06/19/2026

Our office will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.

06/15/2026

Recently, CACTN Trainer Ruth was in East and Middle Tennessee working with CACs! She facilitated Crucial Teams, incorporating the Strength Deployment Inventory to explore and appreciate what motivates every team member.

The teams enjoyed learning how to leverage individual strengths and recognize when strengths are overused, helping them better support their overall success. One participant stated, "I gained so much insight into team members' behavior."

Thank you to the Child Advocacy Center of the 3rd Judicial District, New Hope Children's Advocacy Center, and the Child Advocacy Center for the 23rd Judicial District for hosting!

06/11/2026

Some of our Child Advocacy Centers are ! Check out our website for more details at www.cactn.org/careers.

The Nashville Children's Alliance
Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center, Inc.
Memphis Child Advocacy Center

06/04/2026

Today, CACTN Executive Director Stephen Woerner joined leaders from the Sexual Assault Center of Middle Tennessee and Our Kids, along with bill sponsors Sen. Campbell and Rep. Freeman, for the official signing of SB920/HB679 by Governor Bill Lee. ✍️

This legislation guarantees that all minors who have experienced sexual assault have access to a forensic medical examination, regardless of parental consent. This represents an important step forward in ensuring children and youth can receive timely, trauma-informed care when they need it most.

05/18/2026

Some of our Child Advocacy Centers are ! Check out our website for more details at www.cactn.org/careers.

32nd Judicial District Child Advocacy Center
Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center
Memphis Child Advocacy Center

05/13/2026

CAC Directors from across Tennessee gathered last week for their annual retreat in the beautiful and peaceful town of Bell Buckle.

This important time together allows leaders to share, collaborate, and learn from one another while strengthening the work happening across our state.

Retreat sessions included:
✨ Color Quiz – a tool for effective teams and HR
✨ Roundtable discussions focused on collaboration and information sharing
✨ Crisis communication plan development
✨ Updates from the State Chapter

We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect and continue building stronger supports!

05/10/2026

Today, we celebrate all moms and maternal figures who nurture, protect, and show up for kids every day 💐

05/04/2026

Last week, CACTN Trainer Ruth Wiseman was in East Tennessee making an impact!

She delivered Getting Things Done to multiple CACs across the region, led a Crucial Conversations training, and wrapped up the week with a CPIT/MDT Collaboration Workshop for the 3rd Judicial District CAC and their CPIT partners.

We appreciate the dedication of all who took part in strengthening collaboration to better serve Tennessee kids!

Childhelp Tennessee
Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center
Child Advocacy Center of the 3rd Judicial District
12th Judicial CAC
Campbell County Children's Center

Address

402 BNA Drive, Suite 108
Nashville, TN
37217

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16153335832

Website

http://www.cactn.org/

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