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Safeguarding

Youthful Minds is deeply committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of everyone we work with. We take all safeguarding concerns seriously and report them responsibly to the relevant parties.

What is Safeguarding?

Safeguarding refers to the procedure and policies to protect the health and wellbeing of a person, including children and vulnerable adults. It ensures that individuals live their lives free from harm, abuse and neglect. In the context of children, safeguarding involves ensuring that they grow up with safe and effective care and have the best possible outcome. 

Why is Safeguarding Important?

Safeguarding ensures there is health, welfare and human rights protection for all. It helps protect every individual from harm, abuse or neglect. The duty to protect is everyone’s responsibility and therefore the existence of organisations is useful to formulate and execute policies to protect individuals from dangers. Follow up cases that made a difference in history of safeguarding. 

The VICTORIA CLIMBIÉ inquiry 

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Safeguarding Responsibilities

Everybody has the responsibility to report concerns about a child or adult. These include:

  • Being vigilant and look out for signs of abuse and neglect.
  • Report any concerns, big or small, that you may notice. 
  • Be curious. 
  • Contact NSPCC (open in new tab)
  • Why are they not attending appointments?
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If you’re worried about someone’s safety, you can report your concerns by completing a safeguarding referral on your local social care website. You can also talk to your child’s school or your workplace for guidance. Every organisation has its own safeguarding policy to ensure concerns are managed appropriately.

Types of Abuse

Abuse can take many forms, and while each type can occur on its own, they often overlap. For example, sexual abuse can also lead to both physical and emotional abuse.

More information here (open in new tab)

Further Information

Responding to a Child's Disclosure of Abuse

Access Youthful minds Safeguarding Policy

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