Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Modules: 3

The Belief and the Abuse 

Abuse Related to Beliefs in Witchcraft - Risk Factors 

Challenges for the Professional

The course will help you identify children at risk of witchcraft abuse - which will, in turn, help you to protect them from their abusers.

In this course you will:

Know what witchcraft is and the language used by perpetrators to refer to it

Know what the beliefs are and how widespread they are in the UK

Know which communities or groups may believe in witchcraft

Know what kind of abuses can occur in relation to witchcraft

Learn about who the perpetrators might be

Understand what the future holds for a victim

Learn how to help prevent the next Victoria Climbi??

Learn about the common features and warning signs of witchcraft abuse

Learn about the indicators of witchcraft abuse

Learn about the issues around migration

Learn about the common features about the abuser

Know what the key policies and legislation are in relation to abuse linked to witchcraft

Know the importance of understanding the limitations of your role

Understand the importance of addressing any misguided attitudes that you may have

Understand the importance of community led approaches to preventing witchcraft abuse

Learn what to do if you suspect a child is at risk of witchcraft abuse or is experiencing abuse