When is a friend… not a friend?
Know and see the signs
You can often hear about the horrible things people can do to each other on the internet, TV or perhaps even closer to home, discussed in school or college. Some of the awful things that happen to young people happen because people use control and abuse trust in friendship and relationships both on-line or in person.
Making new friends and meeting a whole range of different people is something we all like to do and most people we meet will be genuine but sometimes you can meet people who might try and take advantage of you.
LET’S STOP CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION NOW!
ELLA’S STORY
Soon after my 13th birthday, a friend and I went one Saturday to a shopping centre in the nearest town. None of us had what you’d call a boyfriend then. During…
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JOSH’S STORY
I was 12 when I started to use the internet to find out more about my sexuality. I was confused because I found men attractive but felt too embarrassed to speak to…
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KATY’S STORY
Moving to a new school was a big deal for me, I was at last able to leave behind the torment dished out to me by the kids who made fun of me because of my weight….
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Phone 0800 1111. www.childline.org.uk
POSSESSIONS
They give you money, drugs, alcohol or gifts and expect something in return.
FLATTERY
They give you attention to make you feel special but they also ask you to do things which aren't right.
Violence
They promise you the world but threaten you or use violence if you don't do what they want.
ISOLATION
They tell you no one understands you like they do and take you away from your family and friends.
PRESSURE
They put pressure on you to have sex with them or with someone they know.
INVASION
They take pictures or film you and threaten to post them on the internet. They make you look at images that make you feel uncomfortable.
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November
2014
Schools Launch
- Where? Cheshire Schools
Launch of the next phase of the CSE campaign aiming to target teachers and education staff who come into contact with potential CSE victims
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November
2014
Care home launch
- Where? Cheshire Children's Care Homes
Taking the CSE campaign into the care homes across Cheshire and targeting carers and staff who come into contact with potential CSE victims.
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Just need someone to talk to?
Child sexual exploitation is child abuse. If you suspect that a young person is a victim or is at risk of child sexual exploitation you must get professional help.
Barnado's on 0121 3595333
ChildLine on 0800 1111
NSPCC Helpline on 0808 800 5000