MBIMB Safe Spaces, Safe Futures: Strengthening Communities by Safeguarding Every Child

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Don’t miss this chance to learn, share, and strengthen your safeguarding knowledge and practices!


***Morning coffee and lunch included**

For further details on our speakers please visit our website at
https://mbimb.org/mbimb-conference/

Join us at the Safeguarding Conference on March 25, 2025, to strengthen our South Yorkshire communities by prioritising the safety and well-being of our children. This event will spotlight innovative, practical approaches to safeguarding.

Chrissy Sykes – (My Body is My Body Foundation)
As founder and creator of the MBIMB Programme, Chrissy will share the a world-renowned, completely free safeguarding resource, which can be fully integrated into PSHE and Safeguarding lessons to make them more engaging for children using fun animated music videos and interactive resources. Used in over 60 countries and available in 30 languages, MBIMB has helped educate millions of children on body safety.

• Dr. Paul Stewart – (Safeguarding Fundamentals)
Paul Stewart – Director SGF (Safeguarding Fundamentals). Former England & Premier League footballer (Manchester City, Spurs, Liverpool). Paul bravely came forward about his own childhood experiences and now works to raise awareness and improve safeguarding policies in education and sports. His story highlights the critical role schools play in prevention and early intervention. Paul will be talking about tackling the complexities of child safeguarding in youth sports, including how power dynamics create vulnerabilities and the proactive steps needed to protect young athletes.

Barrister Antonia Noble, (Safeguarding Fundamentals)

Antonia Noble is a barrister specialising in safeguarding (both UK and international) and the Director of Safeguarding Fundamentals. With extensive experience in child protection law and policy, she is dedicated to making safeguarding simpler, more effective, and easier to implement for professionals on the frontline. Antonia will share her vision for streamlining safeguarding processes, ensuring that DSLs and safeguarding teams have the right tools and strategies to protect children while also supporting their own well-being. As the Head of DSLs Together, a platform designed to provide Designated Safeguarding Leads with everything they need to carry out their role effectively, Antonia is passionate about empowering professionals to create safer environments while also prioritising their own resilience and that of their teams.

Caroline Flynn – (MAAPP)

With over 30 years of experience in Social Care and Management, including 8 years as a Child Protection Chairperson, Caroline Flynn has learned one fundamental truth—“Early Intervention is key to transforming lives.” At the Safe Spaces, Safe Futures Conference, Caroline will share trauma-informed practices that strengthen safeguarding leadership and learning, equipping professionals with the tools to create safer environments for children and families. Passionate about improving outcomes for both families and practitioners, Caroline understands the challenges safeguarding professionals face. If you’re looking for practical solutions to streamline your work, access essential resources, and make a real impact, don’t miss this opportunity to learn from her expert insights.

Douglas Blackwood – (Yorkshire Sport Foundation)
As Sport Welfare Officer for South Yorkshire, Douglas will be exploring the evolution of safeguarding in sports, Douglas will address past challenges, current progress, and future advancements to enhance protection for young athletes.

Tracey Hughes from Healthwatch
As key member of the Barnsley Healthwatch team, Tracey is a community specialist and advocate in Safeguarding.
She will provide guidance on accessing the advice and resources families need to live healthy and informed lives.

This conference is a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals dedicated to creating safe environments for children
and building stronger, more resilient communities. 


For further information visit our Conference Page https://mbimb.org/mbimb-conference/

Sponsored by:
Rotary Club of Stainborough
Co-Op
Barnsley CVS