Blogs

14 May 2024

Concerns Over Proposed Mandatory Reporting Law Changes

The government has published amendments to the Criminal Justice Bill on the mandatory reporting of child sexual abuse, in response to the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA). We are concerned that these proposals will not effectively prevent or protect children from abuse.

16 April 2024

Together we can - a manifesto for a safer society for all

Ahead of the 2024 general election, we have published our first-ever manifesto, setting out the key opportunities for the Government to improve policy, legislation and guidance that offers greater protection for all children and adults living in the UK.

09 April 2024

A Celebration of Ian Carpenter’s contribution to Thirtyone:eight

Last month we had to say our farewells to Ian Carpenter, who is retiring from his role as Helpline Manager at Thirtyone:eight. Ian has left a huge legacy for the team, and wider society. Read our celebration.

27 March 2024

Safeguarding As Mission: Learning from encounters with Jesus

Are you someone who believes safeguarding shouldn’t play a part in church life? Or are you someone who thinks safeguarding is fundamental to faith? To help us unpack what safeguarding really means for the church, Justin Humphreys, joint-CEO of Thirtyone:eight has written a new book – ‘Safeguarding As Mission’.

26 March 2024

Member's Story: Cinnamon Network

The Cinnamon Network is a charity providing churches with a range of support and resources to help them get their social action projects set up and running effectively. We spoke to Kate Sharma from Cinnamon Network about their Thirtyone:eight membership and how it’s benefitted their work.

26 March 2024

New – Relaxed Training Sessions

People living with disabilities face considerable day-to-day challenges, and we don’t want accessing vital training to be one of them. This is why, we will be hosting two relaxed training sessions this year. These sessions have been designed specifically for anyone who requires a slower, more laid-back approach to learning.

20 February 2024

Launching the Thirtyone:eight Safeguarding Standards Award

We are encouraging churches, charities and organisations like yours to demonstrate the commitment you’ve made to creating safer places and raising safeguarding standards with our Safeguarding Standards Award.

20 February 2024

The benefits of Thirtyone:eight membership

Membership with Thirtyone:eight is your gateway to a simple and easy way of creating safer places. We'll save you time, money and give you peace of mind.

31 January 2024

Safeguarding for Trustees - a practical guide

Trustees are legally responsible for the charities activities, including safeguarding. Understand your responsibilities and be confident you are ensure your charity is a safer place.

25 January 2024

7 myths about safeguarding

Despite safeguarding not being a new practice there are still a lot of myths about what it means. Misconceptions can interfere with good practice, so let's debunk seven common myths about safeguarding.

08 January 2024

The Heart of Safeguarding

For some, safeguarding advice represents a hurdle to their organisational aims, but for others it’s sensible practice. But have you ever considered safeguarding as a foundation to Christian life?

28 November 2023

Amplifying the voice of older male survivors in Wales

This year’s Wales National Safeguarding Week took place 13th -17th November. As part of our focus on the week, we invited Heléna Herklots CBE, Older People’s Commissioner for Wales to speak to us about the research they commissioned into abuse in older male adults.

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