This course was designed at the request of foster carers and health professionals.
It is intended to give participants an understanding of modern slavery and human trafficking including why our children are vulnerable and often unable to disclose the abuse.
Professionals will be upskilled to recognise potential signs and indicators of modern slavery and human trafficking and feel confident in knowing how to respond.
Aims & Objectives.
Understand Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking as defined within the Modern Slavery Act 201
State the different types of exploitation within Modern Slavery
Explain the factors that make a child vulnerable to trafficking/modern slavery
Describe the barriers that prevent children from knowing or disclosing when they are exploited
Know the signs & indicators relating to exploitation
Understand the role/responsibilities of statutory agencies including foster carers, when it is suspected that a child is a potential victim of modern slavery/trafficking