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Alexandria’s Child Protection Team Wins Virginia’s Top Honor for 2025

A small team’s big impact: How Alexandria’s advocates are changing lives through collaboration. Their award proves that unity can shield the most vulnerable.

There are children those who are sitting on the benches in the foreground area of the image and...
There are children those who are sitting on the benches in the foreground area of the image and other people, it seems like they are guiding children. There are chairs, door, window, table in the background area, there are balloons and text at the top side.

Alexandria’s Child Protection Team Wins Virginia’s Top Honor for 2025

In 2025, the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) from the Center for Alexandria’s Children received a top state award for their work. The Children’s Advocacy Centers of Virginia (CACVA) named them MDT of the Year. The honour recognises their dedication to supporting vulnerable children in the community.

The award was presented at the Virginia Crimes Against Children Conference in Virginia Beach. Commonwealth’s Attorney Bryan Porter thanked the team for their commitment to local families. Mayor Alyia Gaskins also praised their efforts in protecting Alexandria’s children.

The MDT’s award highlights their collaborative approach to child protection. Their work ensures that children in Alexandria receive coordinated support from law enforcement, healthcare, and social services. The recognition comes as the centre continues to provide essential services to vulnerable families.

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