Exploitation includes sexual, criminal (including county lines), modern slavery and online. Children who are exploited usually do not recognise the coercive nature of the relationship or see themselves as a victim. Exploitation is never the child's fault. Abusers are very clever in the way they manipulate young people.
Campaign resource page - All campaign materials and resources for the week, including the new bitesize training sessions can be found on this page - please download and print for use on the days of action. Alternatively resources can also be found under the relevant topic below.
* Tuesday 24 June 2025 am - To support sport providers with safeguarding, Active Essex Foundation, alongside partners, are holding a networking event on Tuesday 24 June 2025. There will be information around spotting the signs of exploitation and how to report concerns, guest speakers include NWG and Essex Police. If you are involved in sports of extra-curricular activities for children and young people you can book your place on the Active Essex Foundation Networking event. *
* Thursday 26 June 2025 8pm - Join The 2 Johns for a free parents and carers online safety session looking at how to understand and have conversations with their children about online activity. Zoom joining link. *
