In this awareness raising briefing you will learn about what CSE is, including:

• The vulnerabilities and circumstances which indicate CSE and how to respond effectively.

• The impact of language used associated with CSE and why it matters.

• The complexities associated with disrupting CSE.

• Programmes of support that are available to prevent CSE for example - The Real Love Rocks Education programme.

Who is this learning for?

This session is open to all agencies that support or work with children and families in East Lothian or Midlothian. It is also relevant for Adult Services staff who work/support 16/17-year-olds.

How will the briefing be delivered?

The briefing will be delivered by Zara Keith from Barnardos.

“Child sexual exploitation is a form of child sexual abuse in which a person(s), of any age takes advantage of a power imbalance to force or entice a child into engaging in sexual activity in return for something received by the child and/or those perpetrating or facilitating the abuse. As with other forms of child sexual abuse, the presence of perceived consent does not undermine the abusive nature of the act”.

National Guidance for Child Protection in Scotland 2021

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