Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board

Helping people work together to effectively protect vulnerable people, including adults, children & young people.

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Help us safeguard our most vulnerable residents. We need you to be our ‘eyes and ears’ - please take a minute to watch this important message: @TVP_Bracknell @BracknellForest @NHSEastBerksCCG @involveVCS @BHFT @FrimleyHealth https://t.co/herSjOQq4A

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Do you know what the 6 principles of safeguarding are (as detailed in the Care Act 2014)?https://t.co/uEtl4LWNXz

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The Guardian has published a news story on 'sextortion' with information for parents on how to help and the signs to look out for.
https://t.co/MXyTgstw6y
They also have a podcast https://t.co/cAJnlDvaqZ

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14% of teens under 16 have experienced image-based sexual abuse. Our latest research calls for earlier interventions to prevent children sharing sexual images of themselves.

https://t.co/mAagy3pvYE

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The number of child cruelty crimes involving babies and young children has risen every year since before the pandemic. They are calling for children to be put at the centre of policy making. Should this be a high priority for the next government?
https://t.co/GKdUV1NXXs

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Research in Practice has published video learning resources which look at professional innovation in response to extrafamilial risks and harms. These are harms that young people may encounter and experience beyond the family home (including online).
https://t.co/jswJjgHT57

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Teachers are essential to creating a strong safeguarding culture in schools. But where do you start? NSPCC Learning has published a blog post to help teachers understand their responsibilities.
https://t.co/n5QA5f062F

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The Fire Service is supporting the campaign to remind people to register their appliances be they bought, second-hand or inherited. It’s free to register appliances.
https://t.co/Vgha8RUosI

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This #CareDay, Become are encouraging MPs to view 2 short films based on distance moves by children in care. In this film the public are asked how far they’d move and all the people, home comforts, and conveniences they’d need to go with them…
https://t.co/mvuGxsGTwF

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We are joining @Become1992 to celebrate #CareDay - the world’s biggest celebration of children and young people with care experience! https://t.co/jLFcX8jeZF

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Today is Safer Internet Day and everyone is encouraged - including children and young people, parents and caregivers, teachers and educators, policymakers, industry and others - to join "Together for a better internet".
https://t.co/CDRRCQoT0O

[Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board @BFSafeguarding]

Emotional abuse is when people do or say things which make you feel bad or scared.

This is also called psychological abuse.

To report abuse use the links at the top of our website https://t.co/ExLckjzM7t

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Let's work towards preventing abuse by teaching respect, empathy, and healthy boundaries from an early age

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Let's build communities that support and protect our children and vulnerable adults. Together, we can create a safe environment for everyone.
https://t.co/3XQnsAaALX

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Creating a culture of care and empathy is vital. Reach out to those in need and offer support to ensure their well-being.

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Reporting concerns is crucial in protecting the vulnerable. Be their voice and speak up against any form of mistreatment.
https://t.co/CcA4XUXCkY

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If you suspect abuse or neglect, don't hesitate to report it. Your action could save a life.
https://t.co/TcilrXFX5u

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Abuse doesn't always leave physical marks. It can be emotional or psychological. Know the signs and help prevent it
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Creating a safe environment for children and vulnerable adults starts with awareness. Let's work together to ensure their safety
https://t.co/BAeWEZaX2l

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Protecting our children is a responsibility we all share. Learn about the signs of abuse and how to report it.
https://t.co/QgnaDWq6ht

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Helping you and your family to stay well. Its important that we all know where to turn when we or someone we care for needs help.
https://t.co/wwVyNA9pCk