NSPCC Learning Podcast 52: Together for Childhood — what we've learnt to help prevent abuse and neglect
Oct 24, 2022
Bernie Taylor, Development Manager in Grimsby, and Jennie Hammond, Development Manager in Stoke-on-Trent, share insights from the Together for Childhood initiative. They explore how building local partnerships can enhance community trust and tackle child abuse. Topics include asset-based community work, co-producing resources with parents, and innovative practices to prevent harmful sexual behavior. The conversation emphasizes a collaborative approach to safeguarding, highlighting the importance of shared language and trauma-informed strategies in their work.
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Align With Local Priorities
- Align your work with local partners' priorities to build trust and relevance.
- Be visible in community settings and respond to immediate needs like food or IT support.
Be A Community Member
- Place-based workers must act as community members, not distant professionals.
- That humility reduces power dynamics and helps build reciprocal trust and collaboration.
Be Honest And Co-Design
- Name the issue honestly while listening to community concerns to co-design responses.
- Use your evidence base to add value rather than create duplicate services.