Find out about the impact that sexual abuse has on children and find resources to raise awareness.
Child sexual abuse is a subject many people find it very difficult to talk about. You’ll need to be sensitive about how training and awareness is delivered and who it’s delivered to.
There are many different aspects to consider when thinking about child sexual abuse some of the key areas are:
- what is child sexual abuse?
- what does the law say?
- who abuses children?
- why do some people sexually abuse children?
- how can I protect children from sexual abuse?
- why do some children make false allegations about sexual abuse?
- why do adults not believe children when they tell about being sexually abused?
The following resources below can help you consider the answers to these questions.
Creating a culture of safety
NSPCC EduCare child protection awareness programme for those who come into contact with children through their work or voluntary activities. Invaluable for anyone working with children in an organisational setting as well as those who need to understand more about the issues surrounding child sexual abuse.
Protecting children from sexual abuse
NSPCC leaflet for parents and carers.
In the know
NSPCC. Magazine style leaflet for children.
Keeping children safe from sex offenders: how sex offenders are managed (PDF)
Home Office.
Do you know someone who has been sexually abused? (PDF)
Young Minds.
Help... my child's been abused: now what? (PDF)
The Churches' Child Protection Advisory Service (CCPAS).
Other sources of information
What to do if you're worried a child is being abused
NSPCC Helpline
ChildLine