25 USC 1665l - Child sexual abuse prevention and treatment programs

U.S Code last checked for updates: Apr 18, 2024

§ 1665l.

Child sexual abuse prevention and treatment programs

(a)

Establishment

The Secretary, acting through the Service, shall establish, consistent with section 1665a of this title, in every Service area, programs involving treatment for—

(1)

victims of sexual abuse who are Indian children or children in an Indian household; and

(2)

other members of the household or family of the victims described in paragraph (1).

(b)

Use of funds

Funding provided pursuant to this section shall be used for the following:

(1)

To develop and provide community education and prevention programs related to sexual abuse of Indian children or children in an Indian household.

(2)

To identify and provide behavioral health treatment to victims of sexual abuse who are Indian children or children in an Indian household, and to their family members who are affected by sexual abuse.

(3)

To develop prevention and intervention models which incorporate traditional health care practices, cultural values, and community involvement.

(4)

To develop and implement culturally sensitive assessment and diagnostic tools for use in Indian communities and urban centers.

(c)

Coordination

The programs established under subsection (a) shall be carried out in coordination with programs and services authorized under the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act (25 U.S.C. 3201 et seq.).

(Pub. L. 94–437, title VII, § 713, as added Pub. L. 111–148, title X, § 10221(a), Mar. 23, 2010, 124 Stat. 935.)

cite as: 25 USC 1665l