Responding to Disclosures
Description
Responding to Disclosures
Hearing a child disclose abuse or harm can be one of the most emotionally challenging and professionally complex moments in a career. This 2-hour webinar provides clear, compassionate, and practical guidance on how to respond appropriately and confidently when a child shares their experience of abuse.
Participants will learn how to create a safe space for disclosure, respond in a supportive and legally sound manner, and understand the next steps in the child protection process.
Key topics include:
- Understanding the dynamics of disclosure: why, how, and when children tell
- Creating safe environments that support disclosure
- Responding calmly and appropriately in the moment
- What to say (and what not to say) during a disclosure
- Recording and reporting disclosures accurately
- Legal and ethical responsibilities following a disclosure
This session is ideal for professionals working with children, including educators, health workers, social service providers, and community leaders.