 There was over 900 investigated child abuse cases in November in 2016, and the real number is probably much, much higher than that. As you know, when it comes to child abuse, there are people who are considered mandatory reporters. Mandatory reporters are people who have regular contact with the vulnerable population and are legally required to report observed or suspected abuse. Any law enforcement personnel, teachers, any staff member who works in a school setting, even a janitor, falls under that. Coaches, doctors, veterinarians, most people don't know about, are all considered mandatory reporters. Those people are classified as mandatory reporters because in most cases they have the most contact with children. It's a big deal to report using silent skills and not reporting could lead to the death or the injury of that child. Without mandatory reporters, the cycle of abuse will continue.