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Abuse Related to Beliefs in Witchcraft

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Course Name: Abuse Related to Beliefs in Witchcraft
Course Code: Abuse_Related_to_Beliefs_in_Witchcraft
Course duration: 01 hour and 5 minutes
Course introduction: This course serves as an introduction to the critical issue of child abuse, specifically in relation to harmful cultural practices, faiths, or belief systems. By delving into this complex topic, participants will gain an understanding of how cultural norms, religious convictions, and deeply held beliefs can sometimes intersect with child welfare in detrimental ways.

Abusive instances linked to belief systems often display common traits and recognisable red flags. This module focuses on these characteristics, aiming to improve your ability to detect and handle signs of such abuse.

If you work with children, it’s important to be able to spot signs of mistreatment based on someone’s beliefs. In this training, we’ll provide guidance and share the best ways to make sure every child or young person you come into contact with is safeguarded effectively from belief-based abuse.

Course objectives: Once you’ve completed this course, you’ll have a good knowledge of:

  • What witchcraft is and the language used by perpetrators to refer to it
  • What these beliefs are, and how widespread they are in the UK
  • Who the perpetrators of abuse founded on beliefs in witchcraft might be and what the future holds for a victim
  • The indicators of witchcraft abuse and issues around migration
  • The limitations of and the importance of addressing misguided attitudes you or your colleagues may have
  • The key legislation
  • Common features of abusers
Modules:
  • The Belief and the Abuse
  • Abuse Related to Beliefs in Witchcraft – Risk Factors
  • Challenges for the Professional

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