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Sexuality and sexual orientation

Advice for parents and carers on how to support their child if they've come out or are questioning their sexuality or sexual orientation.

Sexual abuse

If you're worried about sexual abuse, or signs of possible sexual abuse, we have information and advice to help you.

What You Need to Know About Child Trafficking

Child trafficking and modern slavery are child abuse. We've got advice to help you spot the signs and report your concerns.

Child sexual abuse survivors urge tech companies to act now to make their products safe for children

18 September 2023 / News

Calls for tech companies to play their part comes amidst global efforts for online safety regulations to protect children from abuse.

More than 100 child sexual abuse image crimes being recorded by police every day

18 February 2025 / News

With more than 100 child sexual abuse image crimes being recorded by police every day, we’re urging the government to strengthen Ofcom’s current approach to private messaging.

Keeping children safe from online sexual abuse

3 May 2022 / News

Advice and guidance for parents who are worried about their child being groomed.

Almost 87,000 sexual offences against children were recorded by police in the past year

10 January 2024 / News

We're launching a campaign with the Home Office to tackle child sexual abuse and raise awareness for our Helpline.

Understanding Sexual Behaviour in Children

Advice for parents on healthy and unhealthy sexual behaviour in children and teenagers, how to talk to children about consent and what to do if you're worried.

Over 75% of people believe children are at significant risk of sexual abuse when using VR technology

5 September 2023 / News

Our new research shows that children are at risk of experiencing sexual abuse and exploitation when using immersive technology such as VR headsets.

Public backs action to prevent child abuse in private messaging

5 July 2023 / News

New YouGov polling has found overwhelming public support for measures to protect children from abuse in private messaging.

Over three quarters of the UK public want child safety checks on new generative AI products

28 January 2025 / News

As over three quarters of the UK public want child safety checks on new generative AI products, we’re calling on the Government to adopt specific safeguards for children in its legislation.

Effects of child abuse

Abuse can derail a child’s development. But together, we can change that.

Majority of public want tougher Online Safety Bill that holds tech bosses responsible for child safety

5 January 2023 / News

As the Online Safety Bill returns to parliament this month, polling shows overwhelming public support for tougher measures to enforce children’s safety online.

106% increase in child cruelty and neglect offences in England in the past 5 years

7 December 2023 / News

Our analysis has revealed that recorded offences of adults neglecting, mistreating, or assaulting children have doubled over the last 5 years.

Understanding child abuse: types, signs, and support

Learn to identify child abuse and how to act. Access support and read stories of hope. Help keep children safe with the NSPCC.