Chapter 2: Protecting children and adults at risk of harm

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Understanding child and adult support and protection and what to do if you suspect or witness harm or abuse, or harm or abuse is reported to you.

Contents

What is child protection?

What is adult support and protection?

What is the difference between child protection and adult protection?

Impact of trauma on children and adults

Recognition: Who we are protecting and signs of abuse to look out for

Reporting: What to do if harm or abuse is suspected or disclosed to you

Making a referral to social work or the police

Supporting victims and survivors of abuse

Fact-finding investigations

Chapter 1: Safeguarding values, policy and roles within the Church

Chapter 3: The safe recruitment, selection and management of volunteers and paid staff