Protective Factors

“Protective factors” refers to a set of characteristics that can help reduce the risk of Adverse Childhood Experiences and can increase the health and well-being of children and families. The protective factors are positive elements that have positive effects on children, families and the community as a whole.

The best part about the protective factors is that we all have a role to play in promoting them in our communities! As a parent, by knowing these factors you can help recognize where they are strongest in your own family or community and take steps to strengthen them for others.