Having conversations with children and young people about sexual abuse - primary school-age children

Topics and conversation starters to help you talk to primary school-age children about child sexual abuse.

Talking about child sexual abuse with children and young people helps to keep them safe.

That’s because talking helps children and young people understand what sexual abuse is and gives them language to talk about this issue, too. Open and honest conversations send the message that they can always talk to you and that you’ll listen no matter what.

All children and young people have the right to grow up safe from abuse. Talking with children and young people about sexual abuse is part of creating safe environments that help them grow and thrive.