The University recognises that children who have been abused, or witness violence, may find it difficult to develop a sense of self-worth. They can feel helplessness, humiliation and a sense of blame. Brookes may provide the only stability in the lives of some children and we will endeavour to support them by:
- liaising with other agencies that support children, (eg Social Care and Health) where appropriate;
- providing opportunities for children to discuss and explore issues around safety and ensuring children know who to talk to in Oxford Brookes if they need help and
- promoting a positive ethos within Oxford Brookes, giving children the sense of being safe, supported and valued.
It is recognised that staff may need support after receiving a disclosure from a child and appropriate counselling will be offered by the University.