NCJ Number
164776
Date Published
1993
Length
29 pages
Annotation
This manual provides guidelines and forms for planning and implementing a child ID event, which is designed to provide for parents a standardized, high-quality, instant color photograph of a child for use in the event the child should be missing.
Abstract
This event is based in data that show a proper photograph is the most important tool in helping to find a missing child; one in eight missing children featured in a National Center for Missing and Exploited Children photo distribution program has been recovered because of that photo. The KidCare photo ID document consists of a current, standardized, instant color photograph (head and shoulders), along with the child's name, date of photo, date of birth, weight, height, and additional important information, such as the mother's and father's names, together with descriptive information such as race, sex, and other identifying features; a medical profile; and the 24-hour hotline number for those who have information on missing children. Also included are seven rules for safety and directions on how to use the document and be prepared in case of an emergency. This manual first lists the ingredients for a successful photo ID event, followed by a description of how to plan and implement the various components of the event. These components are choosing an event location, identifying an event sponsor, seeking logical partnerships, finding a media partner, getting the community involved, promoting the event, and conducting the event. Appended sample materials for the event