According to the NSPC, 20% of children under the age of 16 experience some form of sexual abuse ⁽¹⁾. This means that a fifth of the children in our classes may be living with the effects of sexual trauma which, in turn, can have a profound impact on their learning and behaviour.

Lifecentre seeks to educate educators, to enable them to recognise the effects of sexual trauma and to consider how to respond to those signs both legally and emotionally whilst thinking about how to create a classroom where damaged children can feel safe.  We inform teachers of the nuances of the law regarding unwanted sex in order to empower them in their interaction with students – both within the classroom and without. There are many common misconceptions out there and it is imperative that as educators we do not reinforce these. 

This session looks at the 2003 Sexual Offences Act and highlights areas that are commonly misunderstood. It provides opportunities for staff to ask questions and ensure that they have a good understanding of the law and definition of consent.

This session look at the possible effects of sexual abuse on young people and encourages staff to consider how to best respond to those effects within the classroom. It also explains the procedure for responding to an initial disclosure of sexual abuse as well as demonstrating how to respond emotionally.

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