Definition
Contextual safeguarding recognises that young people and vulnerable individuals may experience harm in social contexts beyond the home. It involves identifying and responding to risks in schools, peer groups, public spaces, or online. This approach expands traditional safeguarding to address modern threats and improve holistic care.
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Contextual safeguarding recognises that young people and vulnerable individuals may experience harm in social contexts beyond the home. It involves identifying and responding to risks in schools, peer groups, public spaces, or online. This approach expands traditional safeguarding to address modern threats and improve holistic care.
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What We Can Learn About Contextual Safeguarding from Netflix's Adolescence