KENTUCKY — This month, communities across the country are coming together to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness on the effects of child abuse and the importance of prevention.

Family & Children’s Place hosted its annual Rally to End Child Abuse. The organization has been in Louisville for more than 140 years and provides several services for children. Speakers highlighted progress that has been made and the work that still needs to be done.

According to a 2023 report by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Kentucky had more than 14,000 child victims of maltreatment. This is an increase from the previous year.

Spectrum News 1's Geraldine Torrellas was there for the event and brought us this report on "In Focus Kentucky."

You can watch the full In Focus Kentucky segment in the player above.