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“Nothing about us without us” Dive into the powerful insights from Prof S. Caroline Taylor AM PhD, co-author of the #CouncilOfEurope guidelines for policy makers on engaging with victims and survivors of childhood sexual violence #CSEA ❗️ The guidelines provide essential principles for policy makers on how  to engage in a meaningful and safe way with victims and survivors to create holistic, evidence-based policies that effectively protect children, facilitate healing, and ensure justice. The newly published guidelines have been developed by two prominent survivor advocates with extensive experience in engaging and facilitating victim and survivor participation in policy making, Prof S. Caroline Taylor AM PhD and Sophie Otiende “Child sexual violence and exploitation is an urgent and unremitting issue across the globe. Genuine and strategic engagement with survivor advocates in the development, design and implementation of policy, legislation and programmes are key to eradicating these heinous crimes against children. As a survivor advocate, policy makers will never have to be as brave as we have had to be in our lives. But we are asking policy makers to show bravery and courage in adopting these guidelines”. Discover the guidelines on the Council of Europe website:  https://lnkd.in/dPqda7zx #LearningFromSurvivors #EndChildSexualAbuseDay #BeBrave #ViolenceIsPrevetable Brave Movement Global Fund to End Modern Slavery

So excited to see the framework for meaningful engagement Sophie Otiende & I worked on incorporated into the Council of Europe’s new guidelines for meaningful engagement in policy of survivors of child sexual abuse and child sexual exploitation. Working with friends who are also colleagues I deeply respect is always a joy (and always creates magic!). https://lnkd.in/eDUfgMym It is currently being used in OVC’s Survivor Engagement TTA project, support for The Freedom Fund’s survivor leadership fund, and a handful of other trainings that survivors who’ve worked closely with it have developed (since it was published under a Creative Commons, non-commercial, share-and-share-alike license). Sophie and I both came to our anti-trafficking work after years of experience in movements whose sectors had organic and historical leadership by people with lived experience. In the ME Toolkit, we merged the two frameworks we’d been teaching separately (which both reflect how lived experience engagement works in sectors more closely aligned with the movements they work with), and worked with a team of about a dozen nonprofit professionals, HR professionals, activists, and advocates (about half of whom had lived experience) to build out examples, barriers, and challenges. It includes a variety of assessment tools for organizations to better evaluate where they can improve their engagement, and you can find it here: https://lnkd.in/gFHKggZW (Researchers and funders can find a research-specific toolkit for engagement here: https://lnkd.in/gFHKggZW) For organizations hoping to implement this framework, National Survivor Network and Azadi Kenya have consultants trained to support you, and we’re currently training two more cohorts of consultants!

Last week, Safe Online participated in an event alongside Brave Movement and WeProtect Global Alliance to mark 100 days until the first-ever Violence Against Children Ministerial Conference in Colombia. This significant gathering aimed to raise awareness and drive action towards ending violence against children globally. During the event, the new documentary was launched, “#BeyondTheScreen: Hidden Voices of Online Abuse,” which sheds light on the critical issue of online abuse and the urgent need to create a safer digital environment for children. We encourage everyone to watch the documentary and join us in taking action to protect children from online harm 📽 https://lnkd.in/dAHu9_nA The documentary was followed by powerful discussions on strategies to combat sexual violence online and ensure a secure internet for all. Safe Online has joined hands with survivors and global child protection organisations to call upon key actors to prevent and end the sexual exploitation and abuse of children online and create a safer digital future for every child. Learn more and join us:  https://lnkd.in/ejBHTEh6

If you work in the field of responding to child sexual abuse and sexual violence, you need this book Get It! ==== Four books were launched on my birthday— Yes, four at the Webinar organized to celebrate my 60th birthday and commemorate my 25 years in the CSA & SGBV Response Field. Here's the release of the first! ABOUT THE BOOK - Courage in Crisis: A First Responder's Journey With Child Victims of Child Sexual Abuse. In Courage in Crisis, veteran first responder Dr. Princess Olufemi-Kayode shares how she first responded to Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) from an intimate and eye-opening account through her 25-year journey in the field. With unwavering dedication and compassion, she and her team at Media Concern Initiative (MediaCon) – for women and children have stood on the frontlines, providing crucial support to child victims of sexual abuse, their families, and childhood survivors of Child Sexual Abuse. Through poignant anecdotes and insightful reflections, Dr. Princess, as she's fondly called, sheds light on the complexities of responding to such sensitive cases, delving into the challenges, triumphs, and heartaches experienced along the way. From navigating legal and ethical considerations to building trust with victims and their families, this book offers invaluable wisdom gleaned from a quarter-century of service. As society grapples with the prevalence of CSA, Courage in Crisis serves as a beacon of hope and a call to action. It urges readers to confront the harsh realities countless children face and inspires them to join the fight for justice and protection. ‘Courage in Crisis’ is a must-read for anyone committed to safeguarding the innocence of our most vulnerable. With its compelling narrative and profound insights, this book is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of compassion. Here's the first - ready for purchase (eBook Version) https://selar.co/90k191 Get your Copy NOW & share! #courage #firstresponders #crisisresponse #iamdrprincess #60thbirthday #creative #forensic #childabuseawareness #courageincrisis #nigeria #criminaljustice #advocacy #family #voice

Our new report aims to amplify the voices and wisdom of victims and survivors of sexual violence in childhood and raise awareness about its profound and long-lasting impacts. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/dhHFx47i

Every child deserves to grow up in a safe environment, free from the threat of exploitation and harm. Yet, millions of children worldwide face the trauma of sexual abuse, leaving lasting scars on their lives and communities. This isn't just a statistic, "it's a call to action". Through education, advocacy, and support, we can break the cycle of abuse and create a world where children can thrive without fear. Together, we can amplify our voices, empower survivors, and hold perpetrators accountable. I am proud to stand with Action to End Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, End Violence, and UNICEF in this crucial mission. Let's turn awareness into action, and together, build a safer, more compassionate world for every child. #EndChildSexualAbuse #TogetherWeCan #UNICEF

Great info provided by the SOS Kansas staff for this #SAAM2024 segment. This week in the series, we focused on the individual prevention strategy of prevention education with children and youth, as well as community level strategies like ensuring affordable childcare is available—which IS a sexual violence prevention method. Have you connected the dots about how access to affordable childcare can reduce child sexual abuse? Let’s #buildconnectedcommunities and support these systemic solutions to prevent sexual violence before it happens!

Looking forward to contributing to this important discussion on the lifelong impacts of disclosure.

🚨 16 Days of Action against Gender-Based Violence 🚨 Starting Monday 25th November, we’re highlighting the global 16 Days of Action to raise awareness and combat Gender-Based Violence. Let’s all take part, learn, and spread awareness to make a positive change. Together, we stand against violence and support survivors. 💜 Let’s make a difference. #16DaysOfAction #EndGenderBasedViolence

🚨 16 Days of Action against Gender-Based Violence 🚨 Starting Monday 25th November, we’re highlighting the global 16 Days of Action to raise awareness and combat Gender-Based Violence. Let’s all take part, learn, and spread awareness to make a positive change. Together, we stand against violence and support survivors. 💜 Let’s make a difference. #16DaysOfAction #EndGenderBasedViolence