"There is nothing more precious to a parent than a child, and nothing more important to our future than the safety of all our children" - Unknown
STAND
Parents As Protectors
STAND: Parents as Protectors was created in 2015 as a result of supporting adults who had experienced childhood abuse. Having seen first-hand how trauma disconnects people from their instincts, making them more vulnerable to manipulation and harm. Also recognising the urgent need to equip parents and caregivers with the tools to protect their children before harm occurs.
When children (and caregivers) become emotionally disconnected – whether due to trauma, stress or social conditioning – it leaves the vulnerable to;
- Grooming and Manipulation
- Toxic peer pressure and harmful online influences
- Confusion around boundaries and self-worth
A disconnected child may struggle to recognise when something feels off.
A disconnected parent may second-guess their instincts when something doesn’t seen right.
This is how manipulation thrives – by creating doubt and overriding inner warning signals.
Live Session 1:
- Welcome & Why This Matters
- Creating Safety for the Workshop
6 Pre-Recorded Sessions
Session 1: Understanding Trauma & Disconnection
Session 2: Grooming as a Process
Session 3: The Invisible Seduction
Session 4: Common Grooming Behaviours & How to Respond
Session 5: Introducing the STAND Framework
Session 6: Real-World Application & Strengthening Intuition
Live Session 2:
- Closing & Integration
- Continued Support, Community & Resources
STAND: Parents as Protectors doesn't just focus on identifying grooming behaviours. It also teaches;
- Reconnect & Regulate - so they can guide from a place of awareness
- Recognise internal cues - strengthening instincts that protect against manipulation
- Practice confident boundaries - modelling safety for children
- Reduce risk of manipulation - by fostering strong, self-trusting children
- Identify grooming behaviours - recognising tactics and common behaviours used to exploit vulnerability.
Because real safeguarding isn't about living in fear. It's about building connection, awareness and trust - so that when something isn't right, we recognise it and act before it's too late.
For the first time, STAND: Parents as Protectors is being delivered online in 8 Pre-Recorded Sessions, combining everything I've learned about safeguarding, trauma and reconnection.