Church cannot be trusted on safeguarding, says Bishop
Exclusive: Bishop of London Sarah Mullally issues stark warning about Church's safeguarding failures as report reveals systemic problems in handling child abuse cases.
Category : Safeguarding
Second Wisconsin teacher accused of abusing underage student
A Wisconsin elementary school faces another devastating scandal as a second female teacher stands accused of sexually abusing an underage male student, sending shockwaves through the community.
Teacher pleads guilty to child sex crimes with student
Elementary school teacher Madison Bergmann pleads guilty to child sex crimes after inappropriate relationship with sixth-grade student uncovered in Wisconsin classroom.
'Superteacher' jailed for sexually abusing and raping pupil
Exclusive: Maths teacher Joseph Aiston, once hailed a 'superteacher', begins a 12-year sentence for the systematic sexual abuse and rape of a teenage girl he targeted as his pupil.
Most UK Girls Alter Behaviour for Safety, Study Finds
A major new study exposes the profound impact of safety concerns on the lives of girls and young women across the UK, with most altering their behaviour, from avoiding public transport to changing clothes.
Queensland Blue Card System Exposed: Father's Ordeal Reveals Crisis
Exclusive: A Queensland father's battle to obtain a Blue Card reveals shocking systemic failures, leaving children potentially at risk and parents in bureaucratic limbo. Investigation uncovers a child safety system in crisis.
Australian daycare worker charged with assaulting a child
Shocking incident at an Australian daycare centre as a worker is charged with assault, leaving a young boy with a severe head injury. Police investigation underway.
Daycare Worker Pleads Guilty to Kicking Toddlers
A former daycare worker in Minnesota has admitted to kicking multiple toddlers in a 'pattern of abuse', facing up to two years in prison for her disturbing actions.
Teacher jailed for affair with sixth-form pupil after exams
A married maths teacher from Surrey has been sentenced to 16 months in prison after embarking on an illicit affair with an 18-year-old former pupil just days after her final A-Level exam. The court heard how Martin Davis, 38, exploited his position of tru
Teacher confesses to grooming 11-year-old pupil
A maths teacher from Kent has pleaded guilty to sexually communicating with a child and inciting sexual activity with a boy under 13, in a shocking case of betrayal.
Secret NSW childcare abuse rating system kept from parents
An explosive investigation reveals a covert government rating system for abuse allegations in NSW childcare centres, deliberately withheld from parents and the public.
Girl, 12, a 'shadow of herself' after bullying attack
A shocking case of school bullying in the UK has left a 12-year-old girl with severe facial injuries and psychological trauma, unable to return to school. Her family demands justice and action.
Nursery Worker Grabs Toddler's Arm in Shocking Incident
A UK nursery worker has been suspended after video footage showed her grabbing a toddler's arm in what authorities call an 'unacceptable' incident. Full investigation underway.
Human connection is key to successful social work
New research reveals that building genuine, trusting relationships is the most critical factor for success in children's social work, outweighing procedural targets.
Daycare Worker In Child Abuse Case Released By Judge
Yvette Thurston, a daycare worker accused of horrific child abuse at a Georgia nursery, has been released on bond by a judge, sparking outrage and concern.
Texas Camp Tragedy Prompts UK Safety Regulation Review
Following a fatal incident at a Texas summer camp, child safety advocates demand immediate review of UK camping safety laws to prevent similar tragedies.
Teacher jailed for 26 years over student sex assaults
A former high school teacher in Maryland has been sentenced to over two decades in prison for sexually assaulting two teenage students. The disturbing abuse occurred on school property, with one attack taking place in a classroom.
NSPCC's 5-Step Guide to Child Online Safety
The NSPCC reveals five crucial steps every parent must take to protect their children from online dangers. Essential reading for modern families navigating the digital world.
Nursery teacher convicted of raping, drowning 4-year-old
A nursery school teacher has been found guilty of the horrific rape and murder of his partner's four-year-old daughter, whom he drowned in a bath. The shocking case has sent ripples through the community and raised serious questions about safeguarding.
Girl on Prevent programme stabs teachers in Welsh school
Exclusive: A teenage girl who stabbed two teachers at a Welsh secondary school had been referred to the government's anti-extremism programme, Prevent, raising serious questions about its effectiveness in cases of non-ideological violence.
Victoria Overhauls Working With Children Check Laws
Victoria rolls out landmark reforms to its Working With Children Check system, introducing continuous monitoring and stricter enforcement to close critical safeguarding gaps and protect vulnerable minors.
Council launches urgent review after teen's death in care
A local council has initiated a rapid safeguarding review following the mysterious death of a vulnerable 13-year-old schoolgirl who was feared to have been raped and murdered while in the care system.
Smacking Children Now Illegal Across Entire UK
A historic legal shift makes England the final UK nation to outlaw corporal punishment, granting children equal protection under assault laws. Discover what this means for parents and guardians.
Teacher Jailed for Grooming and School Toilet Sex with Pupil
Auckland music teacher, Myah Leanie Adams, has been sentenced to prison after being found guilty of grooming a 15-year-old student and engaging in explicit sexual acts with him on school grounds. The shocking case has sent ripples through the community an
Mother's warning after 'kidnapping' her own child from school
A mother reveals the terrifying ease with which she abducted her seven-year-old daughter from school to expose critical security flaws, issuing an urgent warning to parents nationwide.
Online Safety Act fails to protect kids from porn
The UK's Online Safety Act is falling short in shielding children from harmful pornographic content, according to the newly appointed commissioner. Urgent reforms are demanded to safeguard young minds.
Mandatory checks for adults working with kids proposed
The UK government is considering a radical new policy requiring all adults in regular contact with children to undergo compulsory background checks in a bid to protect young people from sexual predators.
Australia reforms Working with Children Check system
Attorney-General Michelle Rowland announces major reforms to Australia's Working with Children Check system, aiming for greater consistency and safety nationwide.
Childcare staff must report crimes to police, says abuse squad
The head of Australia's child abuse squad has called for mandatory reporting of crimes by childcare staff during a recent inquiry, emphasising the need for immediate police involvement.
Children Abused in Care – The Silence That Followed
A mother's harrowing account of her children's abuse in care and the systemic silence that compounded their suffering.
Page 5 of 6