Safeguarding Learners against Sextortion
AELP Webinar
Facilitator: Charlotte Witherspoon, Safeguarding Consultant, ECP
Overview
This 60-minute awareness webinar will allow delegates to gain an overall insight into safeguarding learners at risk of Sexploitation.
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Objectives
This webinar will:
- Educate participants about what sextortion is, how it occurs, and its prevalence;
- Explain how to recognise the signs of sextortion attempts, including common tactics used by perpetrators;
- Provide practical tips and strategies for preventing sextortion, such as safe online behaviour, privacy settings, and secure communication practices;
- Outline steps to take if someone becomes a victim of sextortion, including how to report the crime, seek advice and support from specialist organisations;
- Explain the legal aspects of sextortion, including relevant laws, penalties for perpetrators, and the rights of victims;
- Provide sources and tools available for further education and support, such as helplines, counselling services, and online safety guides.
Target Audience
This webinar is designed to support all providers of post 16 education and training provision including:
- Members of the executive team;
- Senior management;
- HR Departments;
- Curriculum / Department leads;
- Safeguarding Leads;
- All other teaching and training staff.
Facilitator
Charlotte Witherspoon
With over twenty years in the police force, Charlotte is committed to giving a voice to the voiceless. She understands the effects of institutional oppression and actively uses her influence to prevent harm and abuse in society.
Charlotte has a proven record of challenging, impacting, and influencing systems with her extensive knowledge of laws, legislation, and guidelines. She provides clients with individualised support that fosters empathy.
Her inquisitive nature keeps her updated on child protection and safeguarding issues, concerns, and trends, enabling her to challenge, empower, and educate organisations to ensure the safety of those in their care.
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Fees
Member Rate £49.00 + VAT
Non Member Rate £99.00 + VAT
Safeguarding Learners against Sextortion
AELP Webinar
