Engaging with victims and survivors of child sexual abuse: A practice guide for workers and organisations

Abstract

This practice guide provides evidence-based approaches to engaging with victims and survivors of child sexual abuse across different practice areas, including working safely with trauma, embedding cultural safety, and responding to disclosures across the lifespan. It incorporates key messages from national consultations and expert feedback and offers a tiered approach to knowledge and skills development for workers in different roles. This guide is inclusive of victims of child sexual abuse from diverse backgrounds and focuses on creating trauma-informed and culturally safe environments. It also highlights workforce development and coordination across service systems to provide holistic support for victims and survivors.<br><br>