Safeguarding Voice

In this episode, we speak with Catherine McLaughlin, Deputy CEO and Director of Services & Development at the Suzy Lamplugh Trust, to explore the often-misunderstood issue of stalking. Stalking can take many forms—from persistent unwanted contact and being followed to surveillance through digital means. It affects people from all walks of life and can leave long-lasting emotional and psychological impacts.

Catherine McLaughlin is the Director of Services & Development and Deputy CEO at the Suzy Lamplugh Trust. She leads the operational delivery of the National Stalking Helpline and Advocacy Services and heads the policy and campaign work related to stalking and personal safety.

Catherine brings her wealth of experience leading the National Stalking Helpline, the Stalking Threat Assessment Centre, and nationwide advocacy services to discuss:

• The different forms stalking can take
• Early warning signs to look out for
• Why stalking is often minimised or misunderstood
• How to seek help—from law enforcement, mental health professionals, and advocacy groups
• Steps to reclaim safety and control

If you or someone you know has experienced stalking, this episode offers clear, compassionate guidance and information on how to get the right support.

Resources and Support:

https://www.suzylamplugh.org/

https://napac.org.uk/

https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

https://www.mind.org.uk/

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In this episode we explore the complex and often overlooked issue of stalking behaviours among young people. From obsessive messaging to digital surveillance, these behaviours can subtly emerge in teenage relationships and social circles, often normalised by pop culture or peer dynamics.

Catherine McLaughlin, Director of Services & Development and Deputy CEO at the Suzy Lamplugh Trust, joins us to unpack how to support young people in navigating the ‘firsts’ of adolescence while spotting red flag behaviours. Together, we discuss how unhealthy attachments can develop, how to identify controlling patterns early, and the importance of giving young people the tools to recognise and challenge these dynamics before they escalate.

This is a critical conversation that shines a light on unhealthy relationship behaviours and provides practical guidance for safeguarding young people.

Guest Bio

Catherine McLaughlin is the Director of Services & Development and Deputy CEO at the Suzy Lamplugh Trust. She leads on the operational delivery of the National Stalking Helpline, Advocacy and the Stalking Threat Assessment Centre, as well as policy and campaign work.

Support and Further Resources

If this episode raises any concerns or difficult feelings, support is available:

• NAPAC – Support for survivors of abuse
• Samaritans – 24/7 support
• Mind – Mental health support
• Hollie Gazzard Trust
• Alice Ruggles Trust
• Suzy Lamplugh Trust

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This episode of the KCSiE 2025 Audiobook covers Part 1: Safeguarding Information for All Staff. It explains what school and college staff need to know and do to safeguard children effectively.

Learn how to take a child-centred and coordinated approach to safeguarding, understand key responsibilities, recognise signs of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and respond appropriately. The episode also outlines the role of the designated safeguarding lead, the importance of early help, and how to build trusted relationships with children to help keep them safe.

By listening, staff can quickly understand their statutory duties and be prepared to identify and respond to concerns at the right time, ensuring children receive the right help when it matters most.

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In this episode of Safeguarding Voice, we’re exploring what effective safeguarding looks like in faith-based communities. Our guest, Claudia Kitsberg, is the Head of Safeguarding and Welfare at the United Synagogue, where she has led a shift from reactive approaches to proactive community safeguarding.

Claudia shares how she’s built systems that prioritise training, support and early intervention — ensuring volunteers, staff and community members feel confident to raise concerns and better protect those around them.

Whether you work in faith settings or support those who do, this episode offers valuable insight into building trust and accountability in safeguarding systems.

Claudia Kitsberg is the Designated Safeguarding Lead at the United Synagogue. She has played a key role in shaping safeguarding policy and practice, introducing comprehensive training and support structures that have increased confidence in reporting and improved outcomes across the community.

Support & Self-Care Resources:

If this episode raises any concerns or difficult feelings, support is available:

• NAPAC – Support for survivors of abuse
• Samaritans – 24/7 support
• Mind – Mental health support

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Safeguarding Guidance: What to Do if You're Worried a Child Is Being Abused (Audio Version)

Safeguarding is not just the responsibility of the Designated Safeguarding Lead – it’s a shared duty. Everyone who comes into contact with children and their families as a part of their role has a part to play in recognising and responding to concerns.

This audiobook is a free, accessible version of the official government guidance: What to do if you’re worried a child is being abused. It’s designed to support practitioners identify the signs of child abuse and neglect and understand what action to take.

Listening to this guidance helps create stronger safeguarding cultures where staff can recognise the signs of abuse or neglect, understand how to respond, and feel confident in reporting concerns. This isn’t about ticking boxes – it’s about developing a mindset where every concern is taken seriously, and every child is protected.

Stream this safeguarding audiobook on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Full written guidance available here

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5a80597640f0b62302692fa1/What_to_do_if_you_re_worried_a_child_is_being_abused.pdf

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In this episode of Safeguarding Voice, ECP Safeguarding CEO Nicole Williamson is joined by safeguarding consultant Carly Spicer to explore key safeguarding responsibilities in out-of-school settings. Together, they unpack the non-statutory Department for Education (DfE) guidance for after school clubs, tuition providers, and community activity organisers.

This episode is essential listening for anyone working with children and young people outside of mainstream education—including tutors, volunteers, community leaders and activity providers. We break down the main headlines of the guidance and discuss how it can be practically applied in your setting to promote safety, transparency and compliance.

🔗 Read the guidance https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-for-parents-and-carers-on-safeguarding-children-in-out-of-school-settings/using-after-school-clubs-tuition-and-community-activities

📝 Read our summary blog https://ecp-safeguarding-blogs.blogspot.com/2023/10/prioritising-safety.html

Listen now and gain confidence in safeguarding best practice beyond the classroom.

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Join us on this bonus episode of Safeguarding voice. On this episode we explore the themes, terminology and prevention advice around misogyny and young people. All through the lens of the popular Netflix series Adolescence. We hope you enjoy this episode.

Amy Strode is an education and safeguarding professional, specialising for the last seven years within the counter-extremism and counter-terrorism sector, providing proactive support and contextual safeguarding interventions across all stages of education. Amy's broader experience includes frontline practice within mainstream primary schools; developing and facilitating programs on improving safeguarding dialogues and difficult conversations; and producing independent research and training on Incel Ideology, the wider Manosphere and linked harms.

Evelina holds a Master's degree in International Political Communication, and has previously worked for Prevent in the London borough of Enfield. She is a specialist CVE practitioner and trainer working in the education sector and holds recognized expert knowledge in the Extreme Right Wing, gender and extremism, and online extremist space. She also specialises in additional vulnerabilities such as SEND in radicalisation safeguarding.

Additional reading:

• Institute of Strategic Dialogue report referenced re online algorithms and misogyny- https://www.isdglobal.org/isd-publications/algorithms-as-a-weapon-against-women-how-youtube-lures-boys-and-young-men-into-the-manosphere/
• LSE Research on The Manosphere- From Pick-Up Artists to Incels: Con(fidence) Games, Networked Misogyny, and the Failure of Neoliberalism
• Mask Off: Masculinity Redefined- JJ Bola- covers masculinity from an intersectional male perspective.
• Men Who Hate Women- Laura Bates- extensive coverage of the Manosphere
• Reconciling Jekyll and Hyde: The future of masculinity research within the domestic violent extremism context.
• Hutchinson et al_I'm Not Super Familiar with Children's Ecosystems Online_Vol XIX_Issue 1_2025.pdf

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An essential listen for all early years practitioners! On this episode we are joined by our own ECP Safeguarding consultant Alan Gardiner talking us through the key reforms of the Early Years Statutory framework 2025. Alan breaks down for us the key changes which providers are expected to implement as of 1st September 2025. We hope you enjoy this episode 

Support and Self care organisations:

https://napac.org.uk/

https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

https://www.mind.org.uk/

Resources:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-education-and-childcare--2/early-education-and-childcare-effective-from-1-april-2025

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Join us for a discussion with Annelli Peavot, Head of Safeguarding at Canterbury Christ Church University, as we delve into the topic of safeguarding in higher education. In this episode, Annelli shares her expert knowledge on the responsibilities of HE institutions in ensuring the safety of both staff and students.

We explore the unique challenges faced by safeguarding professionals in higher education, including preventing radicalization and discuss the essential elements of robust safeguarding systems. Discover practical strategies for creating a safe and supportive learning environment.

Tune in to learn how universities can effectively protect their community and navigate the complexities of safeguarding in today's landscape.

https://napac.org.uk/

https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

https://www.mind.org.uk/

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In this episode we are joined by Annelli Peavot Head of Safeguarding with responsibilities for Prevent at Canterbury Christ Church University. Exploring the Office for Students E6 condition: Tackling Sexual harassment and sexual misconduct in higher education. Annelli shares her knowledge and expertise about the requirements for institutions, exploring undertaking a needs analysis and next steps for HE providers. We hope you enjoy this episode.

Resources and further reading:

https://www.officeforstudents.org.uk/for-providers/student-protection-and-support/harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/condition-e6-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/

Support and Self care organisations:

https://napac.org.uk/

https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

https://www.mind.org.uk/

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