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 If you are worried about a child speak to the Integrated Front Door (IFD)
on 01403 229900
 Call 999 for the Police if you think a child is in Immediate Danger
 WSChildrenServices@westsussex.gov.uk

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Abuse & Neglect

Child Abuse is when a child is harmed by an adult or a child either in person or online. Child abuse can take the form of physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, or neglect, and can be a one-off action or can continue over a longer period of time.

Click here for the Pan-Sussex Procedure on recognising abuse and neglect.

Click the headings below to see more information on the types of abuse and neglect and learn how to spot the signs.

Physical Abuse

Sexual Abuse

Emotional Abuse

Neglect

Domestic Abuse

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE)

Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE)

Child Trafficking & Modern Slavery

Bullying

Radicalisation & Extremism

 

 

 

If you are concerned about a child, please contact the Integrated Front Door (IFD) on 01403 229900, WSChildrenservices@WestSussex.gov.uk, or use their Online Form.