Learn & Connect: Strengthening Child Protection Practice
This series of online networking webinars brings together those working with children to learn, share ideas, ask questions and connect with others in similar roles across Aotearoa. The sessions are particularly relevant for Designated Persons/Child Protection Leads, but are open to anyone with an interest in child protection. We discuss a new topic each month, so you can attend one or many; you'll take away something new each time.
Upcoming Learn & Connect Sessions
These sessions are collaborative. We welcome you to submit questions ahead of your booked date for us to cover.
Topic: Sexualised behaviours in children under five
Thu 26th Nov | 12pm-1pm
$20 +GST
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Sexualised behaviours in children can be concerning to both carers and professionals that work with children.
However, they can also be a perfectly natural progression in a child’s learning and exploration about their bodies, sexuality, and intimate relationships – but how do we recognise the difference?
In this session we will briefly explore what normal developmental behaviour looks like, and what indicators in children’s behaviours may indicate potentially justifiable concerns.
Be part of a supportive virtual space to come together, learn, ask questions, share ideas, and connect with others who understand the responsibilities and challenges of child protection in a practical setting.
Developing a network of experienced and knowledgeable peers can be incredibly valuable. It creates opportunities to share experiences, bounce ideas off one another, and support each other in the shared responsibility of protecting children across your communities, schools, and organisations.
Each Learn & Connect session will:
Focus on a specific topic relevant to your role
Explore a scenario related to that topic
Provide space for discussion and for your questions to be answered
Help you build knowledge and confidence in your child protection practice
We recognise that this role can at times feel overwhelming, so Child Matters is here to support you on an ongoing basis.
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