National Centre for Action on Child Sexual Abuse

Do you work or volunteer in any human service-related area supporting or assisting children, young people or adults? If so, the National Centre needs your help! We are conducting a study to understand the learning, training, and development needs of those working with victims and survivors and their families affected by child sexual abuse and harmful sexual behaviours. We know that children, young people and adults impacted by child sexual abuse interact with a diverse range of professionals and volunteers across various sectors. Therefore, we are seeking input from staff and volunteers in specialist services, child protection, child and family welfare, community services, education, health, justice, early childhood, aged care, community sports and recreation, and any other sectors or areas where you work with children, young people, or adults. Your insights are invaluable in shaping future training and development programs, ensuring they meet the needs of those working in this critical field. To participate, you must be 18 years or older, residing in Australia and proficient in English. The questionnaire will take approximately 10 to 15 minutes to complete and is open until Sunday, 8 December. Participate here: https://lnkd.in/gqyABJHB #hereforchange #childsafety #childprotection

The Australian Federal Police-led Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation and the eSafety Commissioner have developed resources to help families have important conversations about online safety. Available in English, Punjabi, Chinese and Arabic, these resources include an advice sheet and conversation cards designed to help parents and carers understand online child sexual exploitation and have conversations with their children about staying safe online. Find the resources: https://lnkd.in/gCHdPZ9a #HereForChange #ThinkUKnow #OnlineSafety 

All children deserve to feel safe, supported and protected, and it’s up to us - the adults in the community - to step up. Child sexual abuse affects more than 1 in 3 girls, 1 in 5 boys and 1 in 2 gender diverse children in Australia, crossing all cultural, socioeconomic and gender boundaries. This holiday season, your donation can bring hope to children at risk and survivors in need by allowing us to continue our work. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/gWHBMQjh #HereForChange #ChildProtection #Christmas

Wrap up 2024 by strengthening your skills in child safety. The Change Academy's inaugural online course, ‘Foundations of Child Sexual Abuse’, is self-paced and designed for a broad range of workers across different levels, as well as community members. Grounded in the latest research and informed by practice and lived experience expertise, this course will strengthen your understanding of what child sexual abuse is, the impacts on victims and survivors, how to identify the signs of child sexual abuse and more. Enrol today: https://lnkd.in/g-VhDrhQ #HereForChange #TheChangeAcademy #ChildSafetyTraining

Do you work or volunteer in any human service-related area supporting or assisting children, young people or adults? If so, the National Centre needs your help! We are conducting a study to understand the learning, training, and development needs of those working with victims and survivors and their families affected by child sexual abuse and harmful sexual behaviours. We know that children, young people and adults impacted by child sexual abuse interact with a diverse range of professionals and volunteers across various sectors. Therefore, we are seeking input from staff and volunteers in specialist services, child protection, child and family welfare, community services, education, health, justice, early childhood, aged care, community sports and recreation, and any other sectors or areas where you work with children, young people, or adults. Your insights are invaluable in shaping future training and development programs, ensuring they meet the needs of those working in this critical field. To participate, you must be 18 years or older, residing in Australia and proficient in English. The questionnaire will take approximately 10 to 15 minutes to complete. Take the survey: https://lnkd.in/gqyABJHB #HereForChange #ChildSafety #ChildProtection

“Child sexual abuse is a national crisis that we can no longer ignore. Preventing it requires a proactive, comprehensive approach that connects across all parts of our society.” Our new blog reflects on key insights from our recent In Conversation webinar, “What do we know about the drivers of child sexual abuse and how do these inform prevention efforts”. From changing cultural norms to implementing a public health model informed by the expertise of victims and survivors, this blog explores seven key pieces of the child sexual abuse prevention puzzle and how they fit together to create a safer future for children. Read ‘A holistic approach to preventing child sexual abuse': https://lnkd.in/gCSHe2Wj #HereForChange #Prevention #ChildProtection

Our final Newsletter of 2024 is here. 🗞️ It's been a big year at the National Centre and the work we've achieved is a testament to the collective effort of our team, partners and collaborators - including the invaluable insights of those with lived and living experience who have worked alongside us. Take a look inside to see what we've been up to in December, our 2024 highlights and what's on the horizon. #HereForChange #Newsletter #ChildProtection

From the National Centre for Action on Child Sexual Abuse team, thank you to all who have supported our work in 2024. Whether you’ve partnered with us, attended one of our webinars, engaged with our research, or simply learnt more about child sexual abuse, your role has been invaluable. We hope you have a safe and restful holiday period. We acknowledge that this time of year can be especially difficult for victims and survivors of child sexual abuse, families and supporters. If you are struggling, or need support, please remember that help is available. Lifeline Australia 13 11 14 SMS 0477 13 11 14 24/7 Crisis Support 13YARN 13 92 76 24/7 Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Crisis Support 1800RESPECT Australia 1800 737 732 24/7 Domestic Family and Sexual Violence Counselling Service Blue Knot Foundation Helpline and Redress Support Service 1300 657 380 9am-5pm / 7 days Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 24/7 Kids, Teens and Young Adults Support Service QLife 1800 184 527 3pm – midnight / 7 days An LGBTIQ+ peer support and referral service for people in Australia If you are in immediate danger phone 000 #HereForChange #Christmas #ChildProtection

Child sexual abuse affects more than 1 in 3 girls, 1 in 5 boys and 1 in 2 gender diverse children in Australia, crossing all cultural, socioeconomic and gender boundaries. Its impacts are profound and lifelong. Yet, many believe it’s an issue that doesn’t touch their lives. This couldn’t be further from the truth. All children deserve to feel safe, supported and protected, and it’s up to us - the adults in the community - to step up. This holiday season, your donation can bring hope to children at risk and survivors in need by allowing us to continue our work. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/gWHBMQjh #HereForChange #ChildProtection #Christmas

This holiday season, your donation can bring hope to children at risk and survivors in need. By supporting the National Centre for Action on Child Sexual Abuse, you help us: ▸ Provide training and resources to GPs, teachers, social workers and other trusted adults to identify and respond to signs of abuse. ▸ Fund critical research to better protect children and empower survivors. ▸ Raise awareness and reduce stigma, creating a community that prioritises child safety. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/gWHBMQjh #HereForChange #ChildProtection #ChristmasAppeal