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Help young people navigate the mental health challenges of being online
Share our new Childline campaign, Race to a Milli, and help young people get the support they need when going online.
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Why language matters: why we should avoid using the term ‘alleged’ when talking about child abuse and neglect
A Why language matters blog exploring how the term ‘alleged’ can be unhelpful when used in safeguarding and child protection practice.
Here's what you missed at How Safe 2024
Our annual safeguarding event took place on Wednesday 26 June 2024.
Jun
27
2024
Why language matters: how using terms like ‘recruited’ and ‘working’ minimise children’s experiences of criminal exploitation
By using clear language when talking about child criminal exploitation, professionals working with a child can build an accurate picture of their experience and identify support that meets their needs.
Jun
24
2024
Podcast: Supporting d/Deaf children — putting the child at the centre of decision making
A discussion between a panel of experts from the Social Workers with Deaf Children and Professionals Working Group which explores how the differing language and communication needs of d/Deaf children can affect their safety and the child protection support they receive.
May
31
2024
Can you help peer review NSPCC research?
We are seeking new peer reviewers to maintain the quality of the research we produce.
May
31
2024
Podcast: Absenteeism in schools
Hear experts from the NSPCC and Childline discuss school absenteeism, which has increased since the COVID-19 pandemic, and the safeguarding implications of children missing school.
Apr
29
2024
New resources to embed healthy relationships across your whole school
We've launched a Whole-School Approach Framework for sex and relationships education as part of our Talk Relationships service.
Apr
22
2024
Why language matters: how referring to online ‘friends’ can mask safeguarding concerns
It’s essential for professionals to remain curious when children refer to people they meet online as their ‘friends'.
Apr
04
2024
Podcast: Understanding pre-birth assessments
In this podcast, social work practitioners explain what effective pre-birth assessments look like and how they play an important role in safeguarding babies.
Mar
28
2024
Recommendations for Change IICSA podcast series
A five-part podcast series exploring the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) final recommendations.
Feb
26
2024
Why language matters: why the term ‘paedophile’ can be problematic and should be used with caution
This 'why language matters' blog explores the term 'paedophile' and why it should be used with caution.
Feb
23
2024