Safeguarding Bedfordshire - Children and Adults

27/05/2026

Let us hear you say it again...It's never too early to safety plan!

07/05/2026

Do you run physical activity sessions for children/ young people in Bedfordshire?

Be Active Beds are running FREE safeguarding & welfare refresher training sessions.

They also offer a new FREE Active Bystander training in partnership with NWG Network...

Give yourself the confidence to call out inappropriate behaviour and create a positive and inclusive culture within a club.

This session has been specifically designed for all volunteers involved within sports clubs and for anyone who wants to get better at speaking up when things aren't right.

It's about empowering everyone in the club, whether on the field or in the changing room, to take action and ensure that all members and volunteers feel respected, supported, and safe.

Book your place below now!
https://ow.ly/1Xak50YMs9F

Do you run Physical Activity Sessions for Young People?

If YES, then please come along and make the most of these FREE online sessions to refresh your knowledge of welfare and safeguarding.

No tests or assessments, just some informal online sessions with some free
resources to take back to your club.

To book a place please visit; https://comms.beactivebeds.co.uk/events/pages/events.register.php?id=26&utm=web

07/05/2026

Funded mental health & su***de prevention training...

Check out this recently commissioned a training programme to deliver mental
health and su***de prevention training. Dates are slowly being released with the
first initial sessions listed below. If you would like to book onto a session please
find gohttps://lauraburke.co.uk/free-training/
11th May 2026 - Su***de prevention training (online) for professionals
working in Milton Keynes
15th May 2026 - Su***de prevention training (online) for professionals
working in Bedford Borough
28th May 2026 - Su***de prevention training (online) for professionals
working in Central Bedfordshire

06/05/2026

🎮 Free Training - Gaming & Gambling Harm | Thurs 21st May 2026 🎮

Did you know that EA Sports FC - one of the most played games among children and young people is set to have its PEGI rating changed from 3+ to 16+ from June 2026?
This is because of new rules recognising that paid random card packs in Ultimate Team are a form of gambling mechanic.

This is happening alongside the revised statutory RSHE guidance coming into force in September 2026, which for the first time explicitly requires schools to address gaming and gambling harm as safeguarding issues - from primary age upwards.

Practitioners in Bedfordshire can join YGAM for a free training session on 21st May (1530-1730)to make sure your team is equipped and confident ahead of these changes. CPD certificate and access to resources provided.

We are also offering a session for parents/ carers (21st May, 1800-1930).

See flyers for more details- click the links below or scan the QR codes to book your place.

* Practitioners workshop; https://ygam.org/nep-v2-workshop-booking-pre-workshop-questions-bespoke-2/?crb_workshop=21.05.26%20Teachers%20and%20Youth%20Workers%20Safeguarding%20Bedfordshire%2015%3A30-17%3A30

* Parents/ Carers workshop; https://ygam.org/bespoke-parents-workshop/?crb_workshop=21.05.26%20Parent%20Awareness%20Safeguarding%20Bedfordshire%2018:00-19:30

24/03/2026

Please see poster for details of an awareness raising event aimed at parents/ carers.

Please contact Gemma for more details. Bedfordshire VEPP

18/03/2026

This video brings home the importance of listening to children and young people to ensure we recognise and respond to Child Exploitation.

If Child Exploitation Awareness Day has helped you identify gals in your knowledge/ skills, take a look at Safeguarding Bedfordshire multi-agency training programme.

https://centralbedfordshirecouncil.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ExternalCommunications/IQDnQwNGBZC1R6ueIR7u5OIpAYGvIx65NAu0iCObgcuMBtw?e=NnCv8h

18/03/2026

The Children's Society share tips on spotting the signs of Exploitation... find more information on their website; https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/our-work/lookcloser?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19302453777

If something doesn’t feel right, it might not be.

This , learn more about the signs of child exploitation to help victims get the support they need today.

18/03/2026

Take a look at the work of Be Active Beds

Safeguarding Bedfordshire are pleased to be working with Annelise and the team to offer Safeguarding in Sport webinars.

More details coming soon!

📣 Today is National Child Exploitation Awareness Day and Our Sport Welfare Officer, Annelise Finlayson is showing our support and getting involved.

'Partnership working supports clubs, community groups and other organisations to spot the signs of Child Sexual Exploitation, understand how to support victims and know where to report concerns.'

Together, we can work to inform, educate and prevent child abuse through exploitation within the UK.

Say Something, if you see something suspicious.
Crimestoppers - 0800 555 111
Police - 101
Be Active - https://www.beactivebeds.co.uk/safeguarding-support
NWG CE - https://stop-ce.org/

18/03/2026

Take a look at this important message from Embrace CVoC.

This year’s theme is 'Prevention Through Partnerships'. This reminds us that the safeguarding of children and young people is a shared responsibility. By communities, services and organisations working together, signs can be recognised earlier, intervention can happen sooner and those most at risk can be protected.

National Child Exploitation Awareness Day

This year’s theme is 'Prevention Through Partnerships'. This reminds us that the safeguarding of children and young people is a shared responsibility. By communities, services and organisations working together, signs can be recognised earlier, intervention can happen sooner and those most at risk can be protected.

Child Exploitation can affect any young person, anywhere. Raising awareness is the first step in preventing harm. Listening, learning and acting together creates safer environments where children can thrive.

If you are worried about a child or need support, you are not alone. Help is available:

•In an emergency, call 999.
•NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000
•Childline: 0800 1111
•Report concerns to your local safeguarding services.

Everyone has a role to play when safeguarding children from exploitation. The earlier that concerns are shared, the greater the opportunity is to protect a child from exploitation.

The Stop-CE website has more information on Child Exploitation, the signs and resources: https://stop-ce.org/

18/03/2026

Take a look at Bedfordshire VEPP to learn more about their work...

Child Criminal Exploitation often hides in plain sight.

It can look like a young person being late, withdrawn, suddenly anxious, or spending time with new friend groups.

But behind those changes, there are sometimes adults who are grooming, coercing, or manipulating them into serious harm.

We know how quickly vulnerability can be exploited - especially when a young person feels isolated from school, community support, or trusted adults. What can appear to be “behaviour issues” is often a sign that something much deeper is going on.

Today, on Child Criminal Exploitation Awareness Day, we’re reminding everyone:
👉 A small change in behaviour can be a big signal.
👉 Ask - start a conversation - don’t assume.
👉 Children are never to blame for exploitation.

If you’re worried about a young person, reach out. Early conversations save lives.

Don't know how to start? Learn more ➡️ https://bedsvepp.org/for-parents/