Safeguarding young people is about more than acting to protect a child when the worst happens. It also includes prevention by means of educating parents and those who work with young people.
By safeguarding young people we:
- protect them from abuse or neglect;
- ensure their mental, emotional and physical health is maintained;
- ensure they grow up safe and cared for, enabling them to become well adjusted adults.
Concerns about any form of child abuse should not be ignored.
Advice
If you are a child you can visit
childline for general advice on abuse and what to do if you or someone you know needs help. You can also call, email, or instant chat with someone about your worries.
If you are an adult the
NSPCC is one of the many sites available to help to spot signs of abuse and give you further information.