Media contacts

Please contact: Executive Director Mary Whittier at 585-935-7800. You may also reach her by email at: infoBivonaCAC [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.

Ways to help

We rely heavily on the generosity of people in our community, who provide time, energy, expertise and financial support. If you’d like to make a bigger difference, check out the ways you can help.

Learn more about child sexual abuse

Child abuse is a silent epidemic in this country. Get informed.

Resources

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

Download Bivona brochure

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We look forward to hearing from you

News Releases

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

Bivona and Linden Oaks Sexual Abuse Treatment Center Announce Enhanced Partnership

Partnership to Provide Additional Resources to Children Affected by Sexual Abuse

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK- November 6, 2008

The Bivona Child Advocacy Center (BCAC) announces the expansion and enhancement of its existing partnership with Linden Oaks Sexual Abuse Treatment Services (LOSATS).

6th Annual Wine Tasting Event Features “Champion for Children” Award

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK- September 24, 2008

The Bivona Child Advocacy Center will host its annual Wine Tasting event Thursday, October 2, 2008 at 5:30 pm at Max of Eastman Place in Rochester. Over 250 supporters of the Bivona Child Advocacy Center and representatives of the organization’s partner agencies will attend the event which boasts great food, wine and terrific raffle and live auction items. This year there will be micro brew tasting as well!

Bivona Selected as Finalist for Nathaniel Award

Media Advisory

For Immediate RELEASE October 26, 2007

The Bivona Child Advocacy Center (BCAC) has been selected as one of six finalists for the Nathaniel Award. Selected by representatives of the Rochester legal community, the annual award honors individuals and organizations that go above and beyond the call of duty in the name of justice. The Nathaniel Award winner will be announced on Tuesday, November 20th during a reception at the Memorial Art Gallery.

Bivona Child Advocacy Center Accredited by National Children’s Alliance

ROCHESTER, N.Y. April 26, 2006

Less than two years after opening its doors, the Bivona Child Advocacy Center (BCAC) has earned accreditation from the National Children’s Alliance (NCA).

By becoming accredited, the BCAC gains access to funding streams restricted to accredited agencies as well as the right to use the NCA name and logo and network with other professionals in the field of child abuse treatment and prevention.

“Jennie Bears” at Bivona Commemorate the Life of Jennifer Koon

Stuffed animals will be given to children clients of Bivona

For Immediate Release Friday, November 19, 2004

The Bivona Child Advocacy Center (BCAC) has received a shipment of 800 soft, cuddly “Jennie Bears” – named after the late Jennifer Koon – to give to the physically and sexually abused children seen at the center.

Bivona Child Advocacy Center Opens

Services for Children Expand in Rochester – Local Branch of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children Unveils Enhanced Space and New Partner Agency

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 15, 2004

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The New York Branch of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC/NY) today unveiled a $1.5 million addition to its headquarters at 275 Lake Avenue in Rochester. The enhanced space provides a culmination of child services that is unprecedented in Rochester, including the Bivona Child Advocacy Center (BCAC), a new partner agency for the 20-year-old NCMEC/NY.

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