Staying Safe

Personal Safety

Staying safe when you're out and about is important so plan ahead, take care, look out for each other and know how to get help

The internet is an important part of life and learning, but you need to stay safe online

Oxfordshire is a county of rivers, canals and waterways, knowing how to be safe around water is a key life skill

If you are worried that you or your friends are getting into trouble, there are things you can do to help

Domestic abuse is when someone is being hurt or victimised by their partner. It is a crime.

Information about criminal exploitation and how you can access support

A form of child abuse where an adult targets a child (up to age 18), to sexually abuse them

Know what to do if you or someone you know has been a victim of crime.

Young people are at risk from being targeted by extremist and terrorist groups for radicalisation

Honour based abuse is illegal in the UK and a serious crime

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is when a girl’s genitals (private parts) are cut. This is illegal in the UK.

It is very rare that young people commit crimes, but if you do, support is available to help prevent reoffending

Everyone can act to make their communities feel safer for all

Modern slavery is when someone is forced to work for no money. It is illegal and a form of abuse.

Information, help and sources of support if you are worried about gangs

Fake news spread online or via messaging can cause serious problems, but you can take simple steps to help