child protection awareness programme

Child abuse is an appalling reality. The stark fact is that every week at least one child is killed through abuse and neglect. Child abuse can also scar for life. We must as individuals and as groups share responsibility to prevent this happening.

Anyone who has contact with children through work or leisure activity is encouraged to participate in the programme. The programme has been designed to teach everyone about their role in protecting children. It clearly explains what abuse is and the effect it can have on a child's life and it aims to help people identify when a child might be at risk by highlighting signs and indicators. It also has a simple step-by-step action plan for people to follow if they are concerned about a child's welfare.

• Ideal for a small organisation thinking about child protection
• Gain an awareness of child protection issues
• Recognise that a child needs help
• Feel more confident to take that first vital step to get assistance
• Demonstrate to others that you have completed a formal programme
• Make an important contribution to preventing children from suffering abuse