About the Network
The Safer Children Network brings together practitioners and academics from across the North East to provide a collaborative platform for addressing key issues, sharing knowledge, and promoting best practices
Serving Children's Needs Across the North East
NETWORK PRIORITIES
PRIORITY ONE
Foster collaboration between academics and practitioners to promote an environment for safer children
PRIORITY TWO
Identify and address emerging issues and challenges in youth justice, child protection and safeguarding
PRIORITY THREE
Promote research and evidence-based practices from across the region and beyond
PRIORITY FOUR
Advocate for policies and practices that support positive outcomes for young people involved in or affected by violence, serious violence and child criminal exploitation
NETWORK OBJECTIVES
OBJECTIVE FIVE
Facilitating the exchange of information and knowledge between members
OBJECTIVE FOUR
Conducting and disseminating research on key issues related to violence, serious violence, and child criminal exploitation
OBJECTIVE THREE
Providing expert advice and recommendations to policymakers and stakeholders
OBJECTIVE TWO
Organising conferences, workshops, and seminars to promote good practices and discuss topical issues
OBJECTIVE ONE
Supporting professional development and capacity building among members
Data Access and Research Requests Policy
All requests for data collection, data access, or research involving the Safer Children Network must be submitted to and approved by the Steering Committee prior to initiation. This process ensures that all activities align with the Network’s objectives, ethical standards, and governance policies.
Requests should be directed in writing to the Steering Committee via saferchildren@northumbria.ac.uk, including a detailed description of the proposed research, data requirements, and intended use. Unauthorised data collection or research conducted without prior approval is strictly prohibited.