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DYK Texas supports youth at colleges and universities who currently or formerly in conservatorship or adopted from DFPS? Learn more about the college tuition waiver 👉ow.ly/PiIN50ZoCxy.

Carlito, 14, loves giving back. He's on a mission to help other children in foster care while he waits for a forever family. adoptchildren.org 💙 ow.ly/Vvio50ZlIe5

Online grooming can happen to anyone. This World Wide Web Day, understand the warning signs, and how you can prevent and stop child exploitation. 🚸👉ow.ly/Byl450Znvjm

Prioritize CAR SAFETY! Whether it’s sweltering heat or frigid cold, NEVER leave kids alone in vehicles! If you spot a child unattended, don’t hesitate—DIAL 911 immediately! Every second counts. 💙 #ChildProtection #CarSafety 🚗👧🏽 ow.ly/m0Wq50WN5mn

One in three victims of human trafficking globally is a child. Join us to protect youth and end exploitation. TexasEndHumanTrafficking.org #ChildProtection

This 5-year-old loves the learning about the world, water and to play with his favorite toys. He's looking for a family to share his love and laughter. Why not you? 💙 adoptchildren.org 📹wfaa.com/article/news/l…

💤Create a SAFE SLEEP ZONE for your little one! 🌙👶 Always lay your baby down on their back, in an approved cot or crib, and remember—keep toys and loose bedding out of the sleep area 🛏️💕 Learn how one savvy parent puts safe sleep into practice.👉 📹ow.ly/5tKR50VJhZt

This national organization celebrates families who welcome foster children into their homes and encourages others to get involved. 💙adoptchildren.org 👉 ow.ly/AXPP50Zl8Kf

Lilly, 15, loves dance, drill, music and more. She's looking for a forever family. adoptchildren.org

It's World Drowning Prevention Day. Drowning claims more than 300,000 lives yearly, especially children. It's the 4th leading cause of death for ages 1–4 and 3rd for ages 5–14. Avoid tragedy. Watch kids near water! ➡️ow.ly/btAb50ZqTsn ➡️ow.ly/tmuO50ZqTrf

Opioids are the leading cause of fatal poisonings in young children. Store Fentanyl and other meds safely out of reach! 🏠💊 Learn more 👉 txopioidresponse.org. #ChildSafety #OnePillKills #TexansFightFentanyl

Community partners in Austin hosted a back-to-school event where volunteers loaded more than 200 backpacks with supplies for kids in care. 🎒To get involved go to dfps.texas.gov/Community/Volu…. 📹ow.ly/8SMG50ZrrYU

When you make a report to us, your name is confidential and your identity is protected. Don't hesitate to speak up if you suspect abuse or neglect. Report by phone: 1-800-252-5400 or 👉 txabusehotline.org.

Shoutout to Central Texas partners for building and distributing beds to foster children and families in need. 👉 ow.ly/jh4l50Zq5IB

📢 Ready to make a difference in your community? Join our volunteer helplines and become a voice of hope for youth and parents in need. Sign up today to be part of something special! 🎧💙 ow.ly/n8yU50WN5HB #YouthSupport #Volunteers

Jeremiah, 15, is a young talent with a passion for cosmetology looking to build an empire—and forever family. adoptchildren.org ow.ly/HJZ450Zlk5N

A baby was safely and anonymously surrendered this week at The Woodlands Fire Department's Safe Haven Baby Box.👉 BabyMosesHotline.com 💙 Full story: ow.ly/v8Lm50Znpuo

Children exposed to fentanyl can face lifelong health struggles. Talk to your teen about the dangers of misusing opioids! 💙 #ChildProtection #TexansFightFentanyl #OnePillKills txopioidresponse.org

Don't miss our Virtual Hiring Fair for Adult Protective Service positions in San Antonio on Tuesday, July 21! Info session at 9 a.m. with SAME DAY interviews for qualified candidates. RSVP to Crystal.Haspel@dfps.texas.gov.

DYK floodwaters can contain hidden dangers like sharp debris & toxic chemicals? 🚫 🌊 Stay alert, keep children away, and always wash hands after contact! dfps.texas.gov #txwx