About Us
Our Mission is "Improving the Quality of Life for our Children"
Who We Are
Kid’s Inc. Child Advocacy Center is a 501C3 nonprofit agency dedicated to providing essential services to children identified as possible victims of child abuse, neglect, or witnesses to violent crimes. Established in 1998, we proudly serve the entire communities of Lincoln and Otero Counties in southern New Mexico.
Our comprehensive support includes a large resource closet, utilized by our children, families, and other community partners, ensuring that immediate needs are met with care and compassion. We are also home to “Sunny,” a specially trained Courthouse Facility Dog who provides comfort and support to our young clients, their families and even members of our professional partners.
We are the sole provider of forensic interviewing services in Otero and Lincoln Counties. We focus on minimizing trauma and re-victimization by offering specialized forensic interviews to child victims of severe neglect, sexual and physical abuse, or who have witnessed violent crimes. We also provide forensic interviews to adults with developmental and cognitive disabilities.
In addition to forensic interviews, we provide family advocacy and crisis counseling services, offering vital support to victims and their non-offending family members. Our dedicated team is committed to ensuring that every child receives the protection, advocacy, and healing they deserve.
Leadership & Staff
Kid’s Inc. Child Advocacy Center is guided by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors and a compassionate professional staff, all committed to protecting children and strengthening families throughout Otero and Lincoln Counties. With leadership, integrity, and experience, the Board ensures that Kid’s Inc. operates with transparency and excellence, while our dedicated Staff work every day to provide hope, healing, and support for children and families affected by abuse. Together, they ensure that every child’s voice is heard and every family receives the care they deserve.
Board of Directors
Executive Officers
- Tim Turri, President
- Rhonda Cross, Vice President
- Angelica Herrera-Lucero, Secretary/Treasurer
Board Members
- David Kunihiro
- Geraldine Martinez
- Trisha Roberts
- Rodney Eaton
- Molly Olson
Staff
Cambri Syling
Executive Director / Forensic Interviewer
Melanie Gilmore
Forensic Interviewer / MDT Coordinator
Catina Carpenter
Family Advocate / Case Tracker
Audrey Coronado
Family Advocate / Case Tracker
Sunny Daize
Courthouse Facility Dog
Yes, I want to help your advocacy!
Report Child Abuse and Neglect
Every child deserves a safe and loving environment. Your voice can make a difference. Speak up and help us protect our children. Call 855-333-7233 or dial #SAFE (#7233) any time, day or night.
FAQ's
Find answers to common questions about our services, mission, and how you can support Kid’s Inc. Child Advocacy Center. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children.
We offer a range of services including forensic interviewing, family advocacy, crisis counseling, and access to medical and mental health care for children identified as victims of abuse or neglect, or witnesses to violent crimes.
Referrals can be made by law enforcement, child protective services, medical professionals, or other child welfare agencies. If you believe a child is in immediate danger, please call 855-333-7233 or dial #SAFE (#7233).
A forensic interview is a structured conversation with a child intended to elicit detailed information about a possible event that the child has experienced or witnessed. This interview is conducted in a child-friendly manner by trained professionals.
Our MDT approach brings together professionals from law enforcement, child protective services, medical, mental health, and victim advocacy groups to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive response to each case. This team works together to plan and carry out the investigation, treatment, management, and prosecution of child abuse cases.
We welcome volunteers and donations to support our mission. You can find more information about volunteering or making a donation on our website, or you can contact us directly to discuss how you can help.
Sunny, our courthouse facility dog, provides comfort and emotional support to children during forensic interviews and throughout the legal process. Sunny is trained to assist in reducing anxiety and trauma for the children we serve.
We engage in various advocacy and education efforts to promote child protection laws and community awareness about child abuse prevention. To get involved, please visit our website or contact our office for upcoming events and initiatives.
Confidentiality and privacy are paramount in all our interactions. We adhere to all legal standards to protect the information of the children and families we serve, only sharing details with authorized personnel involved in the case.