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The Canadian Incidence Study of Reported Child Abuse and Neglect (CIS)
Update - Canadian Incidence Study of Reported Child Abuse and Neglect Second Cycle (CIS-2)Data collection for a second cycle (CIS-2) will begin in the fall of 2003. The value of the CIS will increase with subsequent cycles as it becomes possible to monitor trends. CIS fills a knowledge gap and will contribute to evolution of policy and practice. Agreement in principle to prepare for the second cycle has been obtained from the Directors of Child Welfare. Consultations with provincial and territorial partners and other stakeholders are ongoing. The data collection instrument is undergoing review by experts. A Request for Proposal (RFP) has been issued to solicit a research and management team. What is the CIS?The Canadian Incidence Study of Reported Child Abuse and Neglect (CIS) is the first nation-wide study to examine the incidence of reported child maltreatment and the characteristics of children and families investigated by Canadian child welfare services. The CIS addresses the four principal forms of maltreatment: physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect and emotional maltreatment. What are the objectives of the CIS?The primary objective is to provide reliable estimates of the scope and characteristics of reported child abuse and neglect across Canada. Specifically, the CIS was designed to:
What is the scope of the CIS?The CIS examines cases that are brought to the attention of child welfare authorities. Cases investigated only by the police, cases that are known in the community but not reported, and cases unknown to community members or professionals are not included in this study. Reports from the CIS
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