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“It is impossible to tackle the embedded behaviours of sexual harassment in schools without talking about the harmful impact pornography is having on children and young people. We are particularly concerned by how many children are telling us they are addicted to porn.”
Helen Roberts, CEO, Dignify
“Sadly, we are hearing from more young people that they are watching pornography and thinking that it is reflective of real life or healthy relationships, which is not the case. This is reflected from what I heard recently from a young person: “Porn is often the starting point for young people when it comes to sex, how to have sex, and what to expect.” – Young woman, 20, first saw pornography aged 10.”
Evidence on pornography’s influence on harmful sexual behaviour among children, May 2023
Empower your school community to tackle one of today’s most pressing issues: the exposure of young people to pornography. Join this essential conference designed exclusively for school leaders, where expert educators and safeguarding specialists will guide you through best practices to protect, educate, and support students. From understanding the dangers of early exposure to addressing the influence of social media figures and tackling gender inequality, this event offers a comprehensive approach to developing preventative strategies and fostering healthy relationships among young people.
You’ll gain actionable insights on building a preventative curriculum, managing digital risks, and meeting your school’s safeguarding responsibilities. Engage in thought-provoking sessions and interactive discussions with leading professionals. This is your opportunity to collaborate with peers, enhance your school’s response to explicit content, and ensure that you are fully prepared to support students in an increasingly complex digital world.
Who should attend?
Designated Safeguarding Leads, Deputy DSLs, Pastoral Leads, Headteachers, Assistant Heads, Deputy Heads, PSHE Leads and other senior members of staff with pastoral and safeguarding responsibilities.
This conference will enable you to:
Understand how to incorporate age-appropriate discussions about pornography into sex and relationships education to help students make informed choices
Equip students with critical thinking skills to navigate and evaluate explicit content they may encounter online, promoting digital literacy and healthy media consumption
Explore the dangers of early exposure to pornography, its impact on student behaviour, and the evolving challenges facing schools in addressing these issues
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal responsibilities surrounding pornography, sexting, and underage consumption, ensuring schools remain compliant with safeguarding regulations
Develop effective safeguarding protocols for managing incidents involving pornography, ensuring staff are prepared to handle disclosures and implement best practices in response
Explore the impact of pornography on gender inequality, learning how to address issues related to misogyny, influencers like Andrew Tate, and social media's role in perpetuating harmful stereotypes
Understand the relationship between pornography and students’ understanding of consent, learning practical tools to promote healthy attitudes toward consent and respectful relationships
Learn how to address the rise of AI-generated and inappropriate image sharing, understanding the legal, ethical, and emotional implications for students and schools
Develop strategies for supporting students who are victims of non-consensual image sharing or exploitation, ensuring they receive the appropriate emotional and psychological support
