Christine Hillier’s Post

This #SafeguardingAdultsWeek with Ann Craft Trust we here at Education Child Protection Ltd. are reflecting on this year's theme of 'Safeguarding Yourself and others'. Today's theme is Adopting a Trauma-Informed Approach in Safeguarding There are six principles of trauma-informed practice: safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment and, cultural consideration, including Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration, Empowerment and cultural consideration and competency. For further guidance on how to implement measures in practice - https://lnkd.in/exGVAyZm

We all know life in a school can be hectic so keeping safeguarding front of mind can be challenging. Kirsty shares some ideas based on what has worked in her school. And if you're looking for even more support with safeguarding in your school, we've collated our best advice and tools here: https://bit.ly/45Uja0L #education #safeguarding

Thank you The Student Voice for sharing this Carlene Firmin Ted Talk on Contextual Safeguarding. An insightful listen, particularly interesting from point 11.40mins in, from a school perspective. Knowing the hotspot areas of vulnerability for students is imperative to Safeguarding them. The flipside of this is the lack of funding in schools to be able to put in some measures or resources that might provide long term solutions. However, being able to understand where there are areas of concern, from a child's perspective, should mean that we can begin to think about how to tackle these target areas.

🔐 Elevating School Safeguarding😁 Ensuring the safety of our students is a collective responsibility, and staying informed is key. Here are some actionable tips to fortify your school's safeguarding efforts: Contact [email protected] #Education #Safeguarding #StudentSafety

Tomorrow is Safer Internet Day which takes place each year to raise awareness of a safer and better internet for all, especially children and young people. We’ve teamed up with Safeguarding Consultant Joanne Bocko from Judicium Education to bring you Five Top Tips for Safer Internet Day:

📅 Exploitation Awareness - This virtual two day course aims to develop your knowledge to: - Understand the different forms of child exploitation - Explore the different methods of grooming, the impact this can have on children’s lives and the potential signs to be aware of - Enhance your knowledge of key legislation, policy, national approaches and good practice - Learn how contextual safeguarding can increase the scope and success of disruption tactics available to professionals - Understand the impact of child exploitation on families, and how to work along families to increase your capacity to safeguard children 📅 7th and 8th May | 09:30 - 16:30 ➡️ https://buff.ly/442Pdee

Lets build a world where every child feels empowered to speak up and stay safe from harm 😊 Teach children the importance of safety and empowerment by explaining that trusted adults never ask for secrets. By understanding this vital lesson, children can confidently navigate situations and know when to seek help. #safeguarding #childprotection

Who would have thought it? Providing a safe, supportive environment with access to the services they need, and information to make informed decisions has better outcomes. I hope we can look back in 10 years and wonder why we ever left people in crisis alone in motel rooms when they’re afraid. Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) is not the only sector relying on motels to meet service demand. Can we make this the norm for DFV and replicate this principle in all our social services planning - to put fences at the top of the cliff instead of investing in more ambulances at the bottom?

In a world where child safety is increasingly at risk, education is the most potent tool for prevention. Workshops like the one organized by the Anon Global Foundation at Summer Fields School, Kailash Colony serve as invaluable resources for empowering children with the knowledge and skills to protect themselves from harm. By fostering open dialogue, promoting awareness, and teaching essential safety measures, we can create safer environments where children can thrive without fear. Children often lack the knowledge and vocabulary to identify and articulate inappropriate touch. Therefore, workshops like these play a pivotal role in providing them with the necessary information and skills to recognize and respond to various forms of touch appropriately. Knowing when and how to seek help is essential for children's safety. The workshop equipped students with the knowledge of whom to approach if they encounter an unsafe touch, whether it be a teacher, parent, or helpline. #ChildSafety #EmpowerChildren #SafeTouch #UnsafeTouch #ProtectingChildren #EducationForSafety #Boundaries #ConsentAwareness #WorkshopsForKids #AnonGlobalFoundation #SummerFieldSchool