#LookCloser - Exploitation Can Happen Anywhere!
What is #LookCloser?
#LookCloser is The Children’s Society’s award-winning campaign with the British Transport Police and the National County Lines Coordination Centre, aiming to raise awareness about the exploitation of children and young people and the vital role that everyone can play in helping stop it.
When is the next #LookCloser campaign?
The next #LookCloser campaign week begins Monday 25 November, so there’s still time for you to get involved!
Is there a specific focus for this #LookCloser campaign?
For this #LookCloser campaign week, the focus is 'language matters'.
Why is the focus 'language matters'?
Victim blaming language exacerbates the trauma experienced by survivors of abuse and hinders their access to justice and support. Serious case reviews highlight the profound negative effect of victim blaming language on victims themselves and on professional and public perceptions of victims, often leaving them in unsafe and abusive circumstances.
When appropriate language and terminology is used, victims of exploitation and abuse are more likely to feel heard and that their experiences are being recognised. It can also help to build trust between victims and professionals and aid victims in their understanding of the exploitation and abuse they have experienced.
How can I get involved in #LookCloser?
Go to the #LookCloser webpage here to:
- learn how to spot signs of child exploitation.
- sign up to the #LookCloser free Programme of Learning events throughout the year.
Go to the Notion page webpage here to:
- download the social media and media pack, to raise awareness of child exploitation across your social media channels.
- promote #LookCloser digital posters and videos in public spaces.
