Give children the words and skills to create safety
From early childhood, children can begin learning skills that help them understand their bodies and personal boundaries, talk about them without shame, recognise when something doesn't feel right and know who they can turn to for help. These skills are sometimes referred to as ‘protective factors’ or ‘protective behaviours’.
When children have the language and knowledge to talk about their bodies and experiences, they are better able to ask questions, seek support, or tell someone when something doesn't feel right.
Trust and connection are important protective factors
Trusted relationships are one of the most important protective factors in children’s lives. When children know who they can talk to and feel confident that adults will listen and respond, they are more likely to ask for help when they need it.
Creating opportunities for open conversations about bodies, feelings, boundaries and safety helps children understand that these topics are safe to talk about, and that support is there when they need it.
How this collection helps
The resources in this collection will help you:
build children’s understanding of bodies, boundaries and safety
help children identify trusted adults
create opportunities for open, age-appropriate conversations.
You'll find resources for children of different ages and developmental stages, including resources developed for and with diverse communities.
Activities for teaching body safety
Hands-on activities such as games, worksheets and storybooks to help children learn about bodies, boundaries and getting help.
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Resources for sharing with parents and carers
Information and tools to support parents and carers to have age-appropriate conversations about bodies, boundaries and safety.
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Tailored for specific communities
Resources developed for and with diverse communities to support culturally safe, inclusive and accessible learning about bodies, boundaries and safety.
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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.