Preventing Secondary Traumatisation 

In recognition of the potential impact of discussing cases of violence against children, we ask participants to adhere to the following principles to prevent secondary traumatisation:

1. Relevance and Necessity – When discussing specific cases of violence against children, speakers and participants will limit details strictly to those necessary for learning, reflection, and advancing Barnahus practice.
2. Health Warnings – Before presenting or privately discussing potentially disturbing case details, please provide a clear warning to allow colleagues to make an informed decision about their level of engagement.
3. Sensitive and Respectful Communication – All discussions will be conducted with sensitivity, ensuring that the dignity and privacy of those involved in real cases are respected. Anonymisation and generalisation is encouraged where possible.
4. Mutual support – We encourage open dialogue about secondary trauma prevention and how best each participant can promote it. If you need additional support, please speak with one of the organisers.  

By following these principles, we aim to create an environment that is both safe and constructive for all participants.

Child safeguarding 

Confidentiality of case information 

Please keep all information regarding the identity of any child and the circumstances of any case discussed at the forum confidential. 

If presented during any part of the Forum, it is forbidden to take photos or videos of media pertaining to specific cases, for example evidence of physical violence or recordings of example interviews.

In-person or virtual participation of children 

In anticipation that children might be present at the conference, participants are expected to read and follow the Network’s safeguarding policy. 

Potential infraction of the policy in connection to the Forum should be notified to the organisers. 

Any additional guidance or policies that may be put in place specifically for this event will be sent closer to the date. Participants are expected to read and follow any such documents. 

Photos of and with children

We ask participants to neither take nor post photos of children who are at the event unless given explicit consent. Even with consent, please carefully consider the ethics and risks involved.

Images of children and young people can play an important role in raising awareness of children’s rights and needs. They can empower children and give them a voice. Images can also be powerful tools to communicate violations of children’s rights. They can change how we think about conflicts, disasters, famine, violence against children, homelessness etc. and encourage public support for a call to act. More positively, they can also communicate hope, progress and successful interventions to protect children and help raise much needed funds to advance children’s rights. 

However, the use of images of children and young people is increasingly becoming an issue of particular concern in light of the advancement of internet technology, the rapid spread of information online, and the increasing use of social media to share information, images and news.

Privacy policy

Data collected by organisers of the conference will be retained and used for supporting your participation. Additional consent may be asked for other purposes. 

Barnahus Network Privacy Policy  

Photography 

The organisers will be taking photos and videos during the conference. 

Sessions in the plenary room may be recorded or live streamed.

The organisers reserve right to use the pictures and videos taken during the Conference on social media and/or other communication materials. We are not responsible for individual attendee’s use of your image or likeness. 

For any concerns, please contact svb AT barnahus.eu.