Child protection — what question are you asking?

Many children are falling through the gaps in the system that is supposed to protect them. Every country, state, and culture has its own systemic gaps when it comes to child protection. I recently attended a talk on this subject that was delivered to professionals in the family violence and justice fields. As a community… Continue reading Child protection — what question are you asking?

Protective Behaviours for Children

How do I help a child when I think he or she may be at risk of sexual abuse? This question was put to me recently in an email. I would talk to a child or teenager by adapting the Protective Behaviours Program I used to give in the classroom when I was a primary… Continue reading Protective Behaviours for Children