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When Good Intentions Lead to Unsafe Outcomes
When Good Intentions Lead to Unsafe Outcomes 850 562 Safe Passage for Children of Minnesota

A recent Star Tribune commentary by the co-leaders of Lives Cut Short raises concerns about a new Minnesota law meant…

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The Co-occurrence of Child Maltreatment and Domestic Violence
The Co-occurrence of Child Maltreatment and Domestic Violence 1390 780 Safe Passage for Children of Minnesota

It is well established that domestic violence and child maltreatment often occur together. The Department…

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Too Many Children are Trapped in a Cycle of Harm
Too Many Children are Trapped in a Cycle of Harm 1658 1038 Safe Passage for Children of Minnesota

One of the ways the state tracks its progress in child protection is by measuring…

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The Deadly Toll of Fentanyl on Children
The Deadly Toll of Fentanyl on Children 1920 1080 Safe Passage for Children of Minnesota

This week, Scripps News released a new installment in its investigative series on child fentanyl poisonings across…

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2025 Legislative Wins for Child Protection and Safety
2025 Legislative Wins for Child Protection and Safety 1280 720 Safe Passage for Children of Minnesota

We’re excited to share big victories from the 2025 legislative session—made possible through the support…

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We Must Demand Transparency
We Must Demand Transparency 1280 832 Safe Passage for Children of Minnesota

Last year, at least 20 Minnesota children died after being abused or neglected by their…

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Accountability Is Key to Protecting Children
Accountability Is Key to Protecting Children 1280 1065 Safe Passage for Children of Minnesota

School is out—and report cards are in. The State of Minnesota has received its own…

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Another Tragic Death Due to Neglect
Another Tragic Death Due to Neglect 1280 854 Safe Passage for Children of Minnesota

Recently, a 20-month-old child from Moorhead passed away in Sanford Medical Center; per the autopsy, he died…

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Deadly Exposure: KARE 11 investigation into child fentanyl deaths involves Safe Passage
Deadly Exposure: KARE 11 investigation into child fentanyl deaths involves Safe Passage 802 432 Safe Passage for Children of Minnesota

Joseph Compton told investigators he “tried to be as safe as possible” when he used…

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The Relationship Between Domestic Violence and Child Maltreatment
The Relationship Between Domestic Violence and Child Maltreatment 606 400 Safe Passage for Children of Minnesota

Research shows a clear connection between domestic violence and child abuse. In this past month, there have…

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