Recognizing & Reporting

No child deserves to be abused or neglected. As a person who cares about children, you have a moral (and maybe a legal) responsibility to report suspected abuse or neglect. Learn more about recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect by choosing an option on the left side of this page.

To report suspected child abuse or neglect in Wisconsin, contact the county where the family lives.  Go to the Department of Children and Families at www.dcf.wisconsin.gov/children to find the phone numbers for the county Child Protective Services offices.