Child Exploitation Awareness Day 2021

This podcast by members of the safeguarding partnership was released on CE Awareness Day 18th March 2021 aimed at parents, carers and members of the public. The panel of experts speak about exploitation and the new challenges being faced in the ‘new normal’. All Child Exploitation information for parents can be found on the ESCB website.

The Panel:

• Jim Pearson, Violence & Vulnerability Unit
• Jennie Read, Gangs Officer, Essex Police
• Michelle McCreadie, CARE Team, The Children’s Society
• Rosie McHearne, Essex Child and Family Wellbeing Service
• Lucy Wilson, Braintree District Council
• The 2 Johns, EST Safety
• Lauraine Portwood, Children & Families Service Manager, Essex County Council