Rapid Evidence Assessments: Child Sexual Exploitation
by Silvie Bovarnick, Sara Scott, Di McNeisha, Jenny Pearce
These Rapid Evidence Assessments are based on the available evidence in relation to prevention education, outreach work and direct work with sexually exploited or at risk children and young people. They bring together key messages from research and what works, as well as key features that underpin effective work with young people.
Working with children who are victims or at risk of sexual exploitation: Barnardo's model of practice
by Wendy Shephard in collaboration with Becky Lewis
This paper sets out the models and processes used to sexually exploit children and young people, and Barnardo's model of practice in engaging and supporting these children.
It's Not On The Radar
by Carron Fox
Child sexual exploitation (CSE) can affect all children, including those with disabilities, regardless of their gender identity, sexuality, ethnicity, faith or economic background.
Barnardo's Online Grooming Survey 2016
by Carron Fox and Gunes Kalkan
This snapshot survey of five Barnardo's sexual exploitation services across the UK shows the prevalence of online grooming and the number of children who had gone on to be sexually exploited after being groomed online.
Going the extra mile
by Emilie Smeaton
This report presents evidence-based learning from an evaluation of Barnardo's SECOS (Sexual Exploitation Children's Outreach Service) child sexual exploitation (CSE) service based in Middlesbrough.
Nightwatch: CSE in Plain Sight
by Kate D'Arcy and Roma Thomas
An independent evaluation of Barnardo's Nightwatch - a Department of Education pilot designed to increase awareness of CSE among businesses of the night-time economy (NTE).
Unprotected, Overprotected: meeting the needs of young people with learning disabilities who experience, or are at risk of, sexual exploitation
by Anita Franklin, Phil Raws and Emilie Smeaton
This exploratory research study aimed to increase understanding of how to
meet the needs of children and young people with learning disabilities who
experience, or are at risk of, child sexual exploitation (CSE).
Welsh language: Unprotected, Overprotected: meeting the needs of young people with learning disabilities who experience, or are at risk of, sexual exploitation
by Anita Franklin, Phil Raws and Emilie Smeaton
Nod yr astudiaeth ymchwil archwiliadol hon oedd gwella dealltwriaeth o sut
i ddiwallu anghenion plant a phobl ifanc ag anableddau dysgu sy'n profi CSE
(camfanteisio¿n rhywiol ar blant).
Evaluation of Barnardo's Families and Communities Against Child Sexual Exploitation programme
by Barnardo's (funded by DfE) independent evaluation by the University of Bedfordshire's International Centre
The two year FCASE programme has been based in existing Barnardo's specialist CSE services in three locations across England.
Digital Dangers
by Tink Palmer
The impact of technology on the sexual abuse and exploitation of children and young people
Health impact of sexual exploitation on adolescents
by Department of Health and Chanon Consulting
Appendix to Health Working Group Report on Child Sexual Exploitation
The independent national Health Working Group on Child Sexual Exploitation has published a report designed to help health services improve the health and wellbeing of children who have experienced sexual exploitation. The report makes recommendations on how NHS, local authority and other health commissioners and practitioners can help protect children, identify and intervene in cases of child sexual exploitation and help children with recovery.
Health impacts of child sexual exploitation
by Department of Health and Chanon Consulting
Appendix to Health Working Group Report on Child Sexual Exploitation.
The independent national Health Working Group on Child Sexual Exploitation has published a report designed to help health services improve the health and wellbeing of children who have experienced sexual exploitation. The report makes recommendations on how NHS, local authority and other health commissioners and practitioners can help protect children, identify and intervene in cases of child sexual exploitation and help children with recovery.
Not Just a Girl Thing: A Large-scale Comparison of Male and Female Users of Child Sexual Explitation Services
by Ella Cockbain, Helen Brayley and Matthew Ashby
Child sexual exploitation (CSE) is increasingly recognised in the UK and internationally
as a child protection and crime prevention priority. Yet, research and responses have
focused heavily on girls and young women, leaving fundamental knowledge gaps
around the characteristics and needs of boys and young men affected by CSE.
The study introduced in this document formed part of a wider collaborative research
programme designed to improve understanding of and inform responses to the sexual
exploitation of boys and young men in the UK.
Evaluation of Barnardo's Safe Accommodation Project for Sexually Exploited and Trafficked Young People
by Lucie Shuker
The University of Bedfordshire valuated the Barnardo's Safe Accommodation Project, which piloted the use of specialist foster placements for young people at risk, or victims, of sexual exploitation and/or trafficking, for the first time in England, as well as providing training to foster carers and associated professionals, and 1-1 support to
young people in other care settings.
Hidden in Plain Sight: A Soping Study into the Sexual Exploitation of Boys and Young Men
Over the last few years, there has been an increasing public and political focus on child
sexual exploitation (CSE). Large-scale criminal trials have highlighted the issue and
several research projects and reports have contributed to our understanding.1 However,
the focus remains on female victims, with little attention given to males affected by
sexual exploitation.
Research on the Sexual Exploitation of Boys and Young Men: a UK Scoping Study
Using qualitative and quantitative evidence, this research explores the ways in which boys and young men are being sexually exploited; the differences and similarities between male and female victims of sexual exploitation and what services are currently available for boys and young men.
Running from hate to what you think is love (summary)
by Barnardo's and Paradigm Research
Our new report, produced in collaboration with Paradigm Research and funded by Comic Relief is the culmination of one to one interviews with more than 40 children from a range of backgrounds who have run away and been victims of sexual exploitation before the age of 16. Their experiences starkly demonstrate the variety of reasons why children choose to runaway and how easily they can find themselves at risk and in danger of being sexually exploited. The research also shows that running away can be the result of having been exploited for sex.
Running away from hate to what you think is love
by Barnardo's and Paradigm Research
Our new report, produced in collaboration with Paradigm Research and funded by Comic Relief is the culmination of one to one interviews with more than 40 children from a range of backgrounds who have run away and been victims of sexual exploitation before the age of 16. Their experiences starkly demonstrate the variety of reasons why children choose to runaway and how easily they can find themselves at risk and in danger of being sexually exploited. The research also shows that running away can be the result of having been exploited for sex.
Working with children and young people who experience running away and child sexual exploitation: An evidence-based guide for practitioners
by Emilie Smeaton
The aim of this guide is to provide practitioners working with children and young people with learning from an action research study addressing the relationship between running away and child sexual exploitation (CSE) so that, where appropriate, this learning can be incorporated into direct practice.
Sexual Exploitation: Sex, Secrets and Lies
'Sexual Exploitation - Sex, Secrets & Lies', Your Guide examines the risks young people face and explore ways of keeping safe. The colourful, easy to read booklet is illustrated and has been designed to be used by young people as well as family members and carers who are concerned about the safety of young people.
Tackling child sexual exploitation: Helping local authorities to develop effective responses
by Dr Caroline Paskell, with the Local Government Association
This practice briefing outlines the key components of effective local action on child sexual exploitation. It draws on good practice examples to show how local authorities, police and other core agencies can work together to ensure young people are better protected, and victims of this abuse are better identified and supported.
Cutting them free: How is the UK progressing in protecting its children from sexual exploitation?
by Policy, Research & Media
To mark the anniversary of the Cut them free campaign we've published a new report Cutting them free: How is the UK progressing in protecting its children from sexual exploitation.
Not a world away: The sexual exploitation of children and young people in Northern Ireland
by Dr Helen Beckett
This research report indicates the prevalence and character of child sexual exploitation across Northern Ireland. It shows that this abuse affects both young females and young males. It also highlights how those with existing vulnerabilities experience a disproportionate risk.
Reducing the risk, cutting the cost: An assessment of the potential savings on Barnardo's interventions for young people who have been sexually exploited
by Laura Blazey
This research briefing outlines the potential cost implications of failing to protect children and young people from child sexual exploitation.
Puppet On A String - reveals the urgent need to cut children free from sexual exploitation
This report outlines what is known about the scale and nature of sexual exploitation across the UK and points to some worrying new trends identified by Barnardo's 22 specialist services.
Whose Child Now?
by Lisa Stacey
Barnardo's report "Whose Child Now?" revisits the issue of child sexual exploitation 11 years on from our first report in 1998, 'Whose Daughter Next?'
Tipping the Iceberg
by Julie Harris and Barbara Robinson
A pan Sussex study of young people at risk of sexual exploitation and trafficking, the objective of this 12 month research was to establish the level and nature of current need for services amongst young people at risk of sexual exploitation in Sussex.
It Could be Anyone - Evaluation of London Prevention Education Programme (Child Sexual Exploitation)
by Paula Skidmore and Barbara Robinson
This evaluation reports on an education programme on child sexual exploitation, which used the Barnardo's Bwise2 Sexual Exploitation pack.
Blueprint of experience: Working to prevent and reduce child sexual exploitation in the UK, Netherlands and Estonia
This report outlines lessons learned from European work with children and young people at risk of sexual exploitation.
Forgotten and failed
This report examines what progress has been made in protecting children in London from sexual exploitation since 2005 when Barnardo¿s published their two year research ¿Meeting the needs of sexually exploited young people in London¿.
Protecting self and keeping safe
by Mel Foley
WINNER - Children & Young People's Services "Stay Safe Award" 2006. A pack of materials for social workers, teachers & youth leaders to use in delivering effective education on sexual exploitation.
Use of secure accommodation and alternative provisions for sexually exploited young people in Scotland
by Chris Creegan, Sara Scott and Rachel Smith
This report presents findings from research on the use of secure accommodation for young people involved in or at risk of involvement in sexual exploitation in Scotland.
Taking stock: Children and young people at risk of, or involved in, abuse through prostitution in Stockton-on-Tees
by Crawley, Roberts and Shepherd
In this research both adults and children make recommendations about service and practice developments in the area of sexual exploitation.
Daphne programme report - What works in child sexual exploitation: sharing and learning
This report analysed and shared effective strategies for preventing child sexual exploitation and supporting victims in the UK and Netherlands.
No son of mine! Report
by Tink Palmer
Following on from our 'Whose daughter next?' report and film, this report draws attention to the sexual exploitation of boys and young men.
Splintered lives: Sexual exploitation of children in the context of children's rights and child protection
by Liz Kelly, Rachel Wingfield, Shelia Burton and Linda Regan
This 1995 report documents legislative, policy and practice responses to sexual exploitation and highlights gaps in knowledge.
Bwise2 Sexual Exploitation
This pack equips teachers, social workers and counsellors to educate young people about sexual exploitation with honesty and realism.
Reducing the risk - Barnardo's support for sexually exploited young people. A two-year evaluation
by Sara Scott and Paula Skidmore
This report evaluates ten Barnardo's services that support young people involved in or at risk of sexual exploitation.
Meeting the needs of sexually exploited young people in London
by Zoe Harper and Sara Scott
Presenting the findings of a two year study into young people at risk of sexual exploitation, this research suggests only around half of those young people at risk are currently being identified or supported.
Nae Danger
Made by young people who have been affected by sexual exploitation, Nae Danger looks at issues around risk and keeping safe.
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