Why Professionals Need This Training Now
In today’s digital age, safeguarding young people means more than just protecting them from obvious dangers—it means understanding the complex, hidden worlds they navigate online.
Most children aged 6–15 are already encountering incel-related content and online misogyny, environments that can deeply harm mental health and fuel radicalisation. Safeguarding professionals are on the front lines—they need to recognise these warning signs early, understand the language and memes that mask risk, and intervene effectively.
Without this knowledge, vulnerable young people can slip through the cracks, facing isolation, toxic influences, and even life-threatening despair. This is a crisis that demands more than fear or punishment—it requires informed, compassionate support.
What You’ll Learn:
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Who incels are and how toxic masculinity fuels online misogyny.
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How harmful content spreads, and what it really looks like.
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The real impact on young people’s mental health and wellbeing.
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How to spot the signs—memes, language, and behaviours that signal deeper risk.
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How to intervene using safeguarding frameworks—and promote positive, healthy masculinity.
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What are the signs, memes, and lexicon that signal deeper risk?
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What does healthy masculinity look like, and how do we promote it?
Walk Away Equipped To:
- Identify harmful behaviours before they escalate.
- Intervene confidently within your safeguarding role.
- Promote resilience, inclusion, and positive identity among young people.
This training isn’t just a session—it’s a vital step toward safer, more supportive communities where young people can thrive without fear of radicalisation or isolation.
For further information and any queries, please contact Rachel Heathcock, Equity and Equality Manager email: Rachel.Heathcock@localgoveasteng.gov.uk