Virtual events in Calderdale raising awareness of safeguarding issues

The week-long programme of events will be hosted by Calderdale Safeguarding Adults Board, Calderdale Safeguarding Children Partnership, Calderdale Community Safety Partnership, West Yorkshire Police, health organisations and voluntary groups.

The aim is to highlight that support is always available – including throughout the pandemic – and that everyone has a responsibility to report safeguarding concerns.

The work is focused on preventing domestic abuse, child sexual exploitation, human trafficking and fraud.

Councillor Tim Swift, Calderdale Council’s Leader, said: “Safeguarding is everyone’s business. We encourage people to get involved in Safeguarding Week to learn more about the support available to protect vulnerable children and adults across our communities. It’s also about raising awareness of what people should do if they’re concerned about someone they know.

“Throughout the week, there are virtual events and links to a range of videos, information and organisations that provide support locally and nationally.”

Each day of Calderdale Safeguarding Week will have a different theme.

The events have moved online this year due to social distancing, and will include films, live training, podcasts and presentations.

The content will be delivered by a range of contributors, including academics, trainers and local organisations that supprt children, families, adults and practitioners.

The full list of events and resources will be available at https://safeguarding.calderdale.gov.uk/awareness-week/ during Safeguarding Week,

If you are concerned about a child please call MAST on 01422 393336. If you need guidance or advice regarding an adult at risk, you can call Gateway to Care on 01422 393000.

You can also call the out of hours Emergency Duty Team on 01422 288000. In an emergency where there is a threat to life or serious injury, call 999. If you are concerned a crime has been committed call 101.