Talking about child sexual abuse with children and young people helps to keep them safe.
By talking, you help children and young people understand sexual abuse and give them language to talk about it. When you're open and honest, it shows them can always talk to you and that you’ll listen no matter what.
All children and young people have the right to grow up safe from abuse. Talking with children and young people about sexual abuse is part of creating safe environments that help them grow and thrive.
Before having conversations it’s important that you understand:
Read Responding to Tricky Questions (National Office for Child Safety) to help you prepare for having conversations.