Trustee Training Topical: Safeguarding children – An introduction

We have developed our training programme to equip charity trustees with the knowledge they need to carry out their roles effectively.  This webinar is an introduction to safeguarding children and is designed as a basic-level introduction for trustees of charities that work with children.  The session will cover:

• Why safeguarding must be a key priority for all charities;

• The framework of legislation and guidance relevant to protecting children;

• What is meant by the terms ‘safeguarding’ and ‘child protection’;

• Understanding different types of abuse;

• Identifying signs and indicators of abuse;