Children’s MARS Board Communication
Resources for Artificial Intelligence – Safe Internet Day 10 February 2026
To help you deliver sessions for Safer Internet Day, the UK Safer Internet Centre have created a range of free, engaging and interactive resources on this year’s official theme: Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI
Whether you are a school, nursery, youth group, library, police service, or wider, these educational resources have been specifically designed to support educators in delivering messages about AI that are suitable for all ages.
These free resources are designed for use with 3-7, 7-11, 11-14 and 14-18 year olds, with each resource pack containing presentation slides, activities and also an assembly for the whole school.
The resources can be found here: Education Resources – UK Safer Internet Centre
Centre of Expertise Prioritising Child Sexual Abuse Roadshow 5 February 2026 – The Baths Hall
Join cMARS and the Centre of Expertise on child sexual abuse (CSA Centre) for the Prioritising child sexual abuse roadshow, a roadshow to support professionals in identification and response.
The roadshow has been designed to build the confidence of professionals in North Lincolnshire in effectively identifying and responding to child sexual abuse, and best supporting children and families.
Visit the CSA Centre website to learn more about the work of the Centre, and to access latest research and resources.
A formal agenda and brochure can be found here: https://www.northlincscmars.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/North-Lincs-Roadshow-Brochure.pdf
To book your ticket and select your workshop, please click here.
Until Harm Ends Report
Please find below an update report on trafficked and unaccompanied children going missing from care in the UK.
This research was conducted by ECPAT UK and Missing People.
Read the report here: Trafficked Unaccompanied CYP Going Missing from Care in the UK
New and Upcoming Courses
Parental Conflict Training – 12 December 2025 – 10:00 – 16:00 – The Iron Hub, Attis Arena, Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe, DN15 8TD
Most relationships have their ups and downs, and disagreements and arguments are normal. But arguments between parents that are intense, hostile, and poorly resolved can be harmful to their children and put their mental health and long term life outcomes at risk. Learning to argue in ways that are helpful rather than harmful is vital for maintaining healthy relationships, whether parents are together or not.
The digital resources provided by OnePlus One are designed to help parents reflect on conflict in their relationship with current or ex-partners, as well as the impact on their children. The resources use videos and animations that incorporate evidence-based techniques to promote behaviour change and help parents to argue in ways that are helpful rather than harmful.
Child Sexual Abuse and Violence Awareness Briefing – 19th January 2026 10:00 – 11:00 via MS Teams – 29th January 14:00 – 15:00 via MS Teams
Presented by The Blue Door, this course provides an overview of the North Lincolnshire referral pathway for individuals impacted by sexual violence and sexual abuse in North Lincolnshire. It explores how professionals can navigate the local system to ensure timely and appropriate support and outlines the range of services available. Participants will gain clarity on referral procedures, key contacts, and how to sensitively guide individuals toward the help they need.
Managing Allegations – The Role of Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) for School Leaders – 27 January, 2026 09:30 – 11:30 – Face to Face
The aim of the workshop is to know what an allegation is, explore What is the SCOPE, what constitutes harm, low level concerns (linked to KCSIE 2024), and what to do when an allegation is made regarding someone who works or volunteers with children. The workshop will also cover
records keeping, the role of the Chair of Governor and Whistleblowing.
Objectives:
• To have an understanding of the role of LADO
• To have an understanding of the managing allegations process from start to conclusion
• To effectively respond to and manage allegations.
Please email mars@northlincs.gov.uk to book onto these sessions
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