Technology Facilitated Abuse: Safeguarding Through Awareness

While we may be much more connected through the use of social media and other technologies, we may inadvertently leave ourselves vulnerable to abuse. To mark the 16 Days of Action for Domestic Violence, we are delighted to welcome Steve McNeill, Child Safeguarding Lead from the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust. With 24 years experience working with children and families, Steve has a special interest in tech and how is might be used to stalk, threaten and control victims and survivors.

If you work with families in the Community and Voluntary or statutory sectors, this half day training is for you.

When: Friday 28th November 2025 9.30am – 1pm (registration from 9am)

Where: Mellon Country Inn, Beltany Road, Omagh

To book a place, click ‘read more’ and then the link on the flyer.

If you’d like more information about the event, please contact Dr Priscilla Magee at priscilla.magee@westerntrust.hscni.net

 

A purple event poster titled "Technology Facilitated Abuse" features a smartphone displaying a woman's face wrapped in barbed wire. The event is scheduled for Friday 28th November 2025, from 9:30 am to 1 pm (registration from 9 am) at Mellon Country Inn, Omagh. The poster highlights how technology, while helpful, is increasingly used by abusers to stalk, harass, and monitor victims. The interactive session, facilitated by Steve McNeill (SEHSCT), will demonstrate real-time scenarios to inform and improve service responses. Contact Priscilla.magee@westerntrust.hscni.net to book. Logos of WHSCT, SEHSCT, CYPSP, and PSNI are included.

A purple event poster titled “Technology Facilitated Abuse” features a smartphone displaying a woman’s face wrapped in barbed wire. The event is scheduled for Friday 28th November 2025, from 9:30 am to 1 pm (registration from 9 am) at Mellon Country Inn, Omagh. The poster highlights how technology, while helpful, is increasingly used by abusers to stalk, harass, and monitor victims. The interactive session, facilitated by Steve McNeill (SEHSCT), will demonstrate real-time scenarios to inform and improve service responses. Contact Priscilla.magee@westerntrust.hscni.net to book. Logos of WHSCT, SEHSCT, CYPSP, and PSNI are included.

Book your place

Western Area FYI – Issue 23 – October 2025

Your FYI is a monthly round up of all things family support and early intervention / prevention across the Western trust and beyond.

Cover page of the ‘FYI’ (For Your Information) newsletter from the Western Health and Social Care Trust and CYPSP, dated October 2025, Issue 23. The newsletter includes sections on Family Support, Youth Support, Cost of Living, Neurodiversity, Infant Mental Health and Breastfeeding, Digital Safeguarding, Addiction, Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health, Training and Conferences, Western Sure Start Projects, Childcare Partnership, Family Support Hubs, Useful Links and Informative Media, and a CRIS Leaflet

Download Issue 23

(Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device.  Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears)

If you would like to contribute upcoming consultations, training, articles, or events that practitioners from the community, voluntary or statutory sectors within the Western Trust will find useful please contact:

Dr Priscilla Magee – Mobile  07880723076     priscilla.magee@westerntrust.hscni.net

Paul Sweeney – Mobile  07387259117     paul.sweeney@westerntrust.hscni.net

FSH Newsletter – August Edition

The August edition of the Family Support Hub Newsletter is now available at:  https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/391/family-support-hubs/46617/fsh-newsletter-aug2025.pdf

(Please Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device.  Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears).

As summer begins to wind down and the back-to-school buzz starts to build, we’re here to help you make the most of the season and prepare for the months ahead. Whether you’re a parent, carer, or professional working with families, this edition is packed with useful updates, local services, and seasonal activities to support you and those you work with.

We have been busy gathering a fantastic mix of information—from fun end-of-summer events to practical resources for the new school term. We know this time of year can be a mix of excitement and stress, so we hope this newsletter brings a bit of ease, inspiration, and connection.

It is also packed full of information for parents/carers, early years, children & young people with a disability,  mental health and wellbeing advice,  Helplines and much more – make sure you download your copy now!

Previous editions of the newsletter are available at  http://www.cypsp.hscni.net/family-support-hubs  under Family Support Newsletter section.

Help Kids Talk July Newsletter

Our website has lots of really interesting resources for parents, carers and practitioners!

This month, please take the time to view our 90 second films on different aspects of speech, language and communication.  We would really appreciate your feedback!

You can watch them by clicking on the link below.

https://helpkidstalk.co.uk/bite-size-series/

 

 

MYBnk FREE Live Webinar Lesson

MyBnk is hosting a FREE live webinar lesson to give teens the tools to stay safe in today’s digital world. Join us for The Big Money Ready Lesson on Thursday 26th June!

This 45-minute interactive session will cover:

Online scams

Phishing

In-game scams

Shopping scams

By the end of the lesson, learners will know some of the different types of online scams, be able to recognise key features of online scams, and know actions that can be taken if they have been scammed or are worried they have been scammed.

Event Details:
What
: The Big Money Ready Lesson – Financial Scams & Digital Safety
When: Thursday, 26th June 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Where: Online (Microsoft Teams)
Who it’s for: Secondary schools, youth organisations, and young people aged 11–18
Cost: Completely FREE

Our goal is simple: help the next generation become money smart and scam safe. Whether you’re a teacher, youth worker, parent, or someone who supports young people — this is an opportunity to equip them with knowledge that truly protects.

Signup and more info here: https://www.mybnk.org/big-money-lesson/