Prevention starts with connection
Prevention is about building the knowledge, skills and connections that help children and young people understand their bodies and boundaries, navigate relationships, and seek support when something doesn’t feel right. Your role as a safe adult is to build trust and create environments where this can happen safely.
Start early
Help children understand bodies, boundaries and rights from an early age.
Stay connected
Help children and young people navigate technology safely. Talk with them about what they might see online, how to think critically about it, and what behaviour is unacceptable, such as sharing sexualised images.
Keep talking
Help children and young people learn that bodies, boundaries, relationships and sexuality are safe to talk about, and that support is available when they need it. Prevention doesn’t depend on the perfect conversation or the right moment. Everyday, ongoing conversations are what count.
Explore all prevention resources
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Parents and carers
If you’re a parent or carer seeking information or worrying about a behaviour, you're not alone. Find resources to help you understand child sexual development, support safety, and respond to concerns about sexual behaviour.
Children and young people
It’s normal to have questions about your body, feelings, sex and relationships. If you’re a young person looking for information – head here. We’ve got information just for you.