Phase II includes a section of the knowledge hub that is dedicated to helping our local community and businesses within the Wakefield District.

With information specific to the community our aim is to work alongside our partners, businesses and the public to prevent, identify, disrupt and stop child exploitation. With the help of the Speak Up Stand Up sections everyone will have access to information that will enable them to take responsibility to safeguarding children in and around our area.

What does the Community and Local Businesses page include?

A basic understanding of child exploitation is introduced through video, easy to read sections and signposting to services that the public can report to. We have also included a section of this page which gives specific guidance on what to look out for when working in the following establishments:

• Banks
• Delivery Drivers
• Hotels & Caravan Parks
• Public Transport
• Retail
• Taxis and private vehicles
• Fast Food Restaurants

Businesses will also be able to request a pack of posters and leaflets from WSCP to display in their establishment or to quickly download and print for their own use.  These include bespoke resources and information tailored to their workplace environment, as well as generic posters that can be displayed in communal areas such as family hubs, doctors’ surgeries, bus stations and local businesses for example for the public to raise awareness of child exploitation and to enable those concerned to report what they see to either 101 or Crimestoppers.

The bespoke resources and information should be displayed in staff rooms, toilets, reception areas, cashier desks and workplace environments to gain maximum visibility.

Please click here to take a look at the new page and access these resources. Please share across your networks far and wide to spread awareness!