www.
childmatters
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People working with children and
families every day are best placed to
notice if something isn’t right.
However, it cannot be assumed that just because someone is a
professional, in a position to respond to a child in need, that they have
the skills or the confdence to do so.
Training and education is key to reducing child abuse
Unlike many other OECD countries, New Zealand does not have
mandatory training for our professionals working with children.
Why Train?
I thought I knew what child abuse was, but it was not until I
attended this course where I found out how ignorant I was to
child abuse. On completion of the course my understanding and
awareness of child abuse and the knowledge that I have gained is
somewhat overwhelming. My outlook on child abuse has changed
the way I work with families and even dealing with my own family.
I take a lot more time to observe situations in detail and my
listening skills have improved immensely.
Tamariki Ora Kaiawhina, Auckland