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Help for parents

If you want to find out more about how to help protect your child and educate them about online grooming, these resources will be useful:

Help for kids

It may be helpful for your child to talk through their worries with a trained counsellor from organisations that have experience dealing with issues around online grooming. There are a number of free services that can be accessed by phone, email and online chat.

Social media

Online grooming will typically involve social media. Here you can find information about social network sites and apps and the safety advice offered by each of the main social media providers for children and parents.

Vulnerable children

Here are charities who specifically work with vulnerable children who are at risks of sexual exploitation online and offline. They offer support and advice to families and professionals.

Support & Counselling Services

Should your child need support, counselling or mentoring to cope with online grooming then these organisations may be able to provide advice and services.