Clewer Initiative

Scroll right and read final three tips from Tony Dunkerley, an international law enforcement advisor and modern slavery trainer about protecting children online. Why not share these tips with another parent or friend who works with children? clewer.org.uk/resources/chil…

The Government’s annual summary and breakdown of the number of potential victims of #modernslavery referred into the National Referral Mechanism was published recently. 💭Which of these statistics do you find most troubling or surprising? #survivorcare #NRM

Interested in knowing how to protect children from online grooming? Scroll right and read three more tips that Tony Dunkerley, international law enforcement advisor and modern slavery trainer, shared with us. bit.ly/407WzvG #childexploitation #onlinegrooming

Today is #InternationalWomensDay 2026. There has never been a more important time to stand up and advocate for laws that protect women and girls from violence, discrimination, and exploitation. #IWD2026 #IWD2026 #ForAllWomenAndGirls

For the third week of #Lent, we are running a short series on how to protect children from #onlinegrooming. In #ChildrenintheShadows Revisited, Tony Dunkerley suggests nine steps parents can take to avoid online grooming. FInd out more: bit.ly/407WzvG

For the third week of Lent, we are raising awareness of how children are increasingly being groomed online. Watch our interview with Tony Dunkerley and learn more about what we can do to protect children. bit.ly/3MTq41o #childexploitation #onlinegrooming

The Clewer Initiative joins many others on this sad day to give thanks for the witness and ministry of Rt Revd Andrew Watson, the Bishop of Guildford. He was our patron and we benefited enormously from his generosity, care and support. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.

As part of our Lent reflections, Holly Jones explores the role faith and community groups can play in providing safe spaces for #modernslavery survivors and their children to process their #trauma and receive support and friendship. Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=ewChjJ…

❓Research suggests that 30% of trafficking survivors have experienced pregnancy during exploitation. 👶🏾There are at least 5000 children of modern slavery victims in the UK, yet most services and support are focused on the adult survivor. Find out more, bit.ly/3OISYSq

❓Have you received our March newsletter? 💻This month’s issue focuses on technology and trafficking It contains interviews with Tony Dunkerley about online grooming; Ruth Dearnley from @STOPTHETRAFFIK and profiles @IJM 's recent campaign. ➡️mailchi.mp/clewer.org.uk/…

For week 2 of #Lent, we are thinking about the #IntergenerationalTrauma children of #modernslavery victims experience. Find out more by watching our film in which we interview Holly Jones of @rightsbeacon youtube.com/watch?v=ewChjJ…

❓ What is the National Referral Mechanism and what is the role of 'First Responder' referral organisations? 👮🏼 In collaboration with @SurreyPolice we have created a short film to help practitioners or the general public understand the NRM better. youtube.com/watch?v=XiIMRP…

Last week, Lois spoke to Just Love Brum about #fastfashion and issues surrounding worker rights, over consumption and how we can make better decisions about what we buy and wear to live lightly and conscientiously. Lois loved meeting you - thanks for the invite! @JustLove_UK

This #Lent we are shining a light on #childexploitation What does @ECPATUK think churches could do to help? Find out more about trauma-informed care and the ongoing need for foster parents in week 1 of Children in the Shadows bit.ly/3LYQPkE

As we enter the season of Lent, please join us in praying for the many victims of modern slavery that are hidden in plain sight in our communities. #WeSeeYou #ChildrenintheShadows

Lent starts next week. Could you use this season of reflection to shine a light on #modernslavery and #childexploitation? Could you organise an evening to watch the six films back-to-back and discuss them? Find out more: bit.ly/3LYQPkE

The Clewer Intiative is working to prevent modern slavery, raise awareness and education, and develop community support responses for survivors. We are 100% reliant on grants from trusts and the generosity of individuals. To find out more, visit clewer.org.uk/who-we-are/fun…

#February8 is St Bakhita’s Day Born in Sudan in 1869, Josephine #Bakhita was sold into slavery at the age of 7. She endured abuse, violence, and the denial of her dignity. Once free, she dedicated her life to serving others, living with humility, tenderness, and joy.

In six hours, you could learn about - #ChildTrafficking in the UK - The intergenerational impact of modern slavery - #OnlineGrooming - #CountyLines - How tech is helping to fight #exploitation on a global scale Download our new resource today. bit.ly/4pSQT38

@BishopTonbridge Simon Burton-Jones, a patron of The Clewer Initiative, explains why our #Lent2026 course, Children in the Shadows Revisited, is so timely and needed by UK churches. Find out more: lnkd.in/dvi-74zU #ChildrenInTheShadows #WeSeeYou @SeeOfRochester