The Kempe Center was the first of its kind, established in 1972 to better understand and prevent child maltreatment and to serve affected children and their families. For almost 50 years, The Kempe Center has promoted understanding, knowledge and best practices to prevent and treat child abuse and neglect locally, nationally and internationally.

Our Mission
The Kempe Center improves the lives of children and families.
We believe that abuse and neglect are preventable and people are resilient.
We are curious. We take a stand. We test assumptions.
Our leadership in advocacy, research, education and clinical work drives innovative strategies that transform the field.
Through our work we strengthen families, communities and the systems that serve them.
We are a catalyst, connecting people, information and best practices to translate knowledge into action.

Our Vision
Our vision is to create a world without abuse and neglect.

Our Values

• Innovation
• Compassion
• Connectedness
• Curiosity
• Commitment
• Bold Leadership