Abuse can happen at any age and sadly can include children and young people. It can be physical, psychological, sexual or financial and also includes behaviours aimed at controlling people and what they do. We support young people across #Lancashire, visit nestlancashire.org

It can be difficult for young people to deal with inappropriate sexual behaviour, whether in person or online. If you suspect this is happening to a young person you know, we are here to help. We offer free, confidential advice and emotional support, visit nestlancashire.org

Being targeted online can take many forms and be very scary. From harassment, stalking or someone threatening to share images of you to someone stealing your bank details or making you feel uncomfortable by being overly sexual. If it's happening to you,we‘re here to support you.

If you’re in a relationship and you’re concerned about your partner’s behaviour, there are specialists that can offer you help and support. Contact Nest on 0300 111 0323. #stayingsafe

Sometimes it’s difficult to know if we can trust who we’re talking to. If you think you, or someone you know, might be being groomed, then we can help. Contact NEST on 0300 111 0323.

If you feel unsafe in a relationship then there are steps you can take. If you’re in immediate danger call 999. If you need help and support then call us on 0300 111 0323.

Today is World Day against Trafficking in Persons, if you've been a victim of human trafficking then we want to help. Call us on 0300 323 0085. We're here. #WorldDayAgainstTraffickinginPersons

Do you know who you’re talking to online? Every year there are thousands of cases of online grooming. Know the signs What Parents Need to Know About Sexual Grooming | NSPCC. If you think you’ve been a victim of grooming then you can talk to us. Call us on 0300 111 0323.

Today we will be at the Under the Sea Park Event for kids at Victoria Park Nelson, organised by the Lancashire County Council's Children and Family Wellbeing Service. The event will be 11.30-15.00, come along for some fun, games and information!

This Sunday #ANDYSMANCLUB Preston will be hosting a fantastic free event at Penwortham Cricket Club. The event will be 12.00-23.00, there will be bands, dancing, food and much more! Come and support this fantastic cause, it's sure to be a great time.

We are out and about doing some community work in partnership with the Youth Justice Service and the police. We are at a school in Blackburn delivering awareness raising sessions around sexting + how this can impact someone #partnershipworking PleckgateHighSchool Lancashire Police

Tomorrow is the Lancashire North West Sexual Violence Awareness Day on the Preston Flagmarket. The stalled event will take place from 11.00-16.00. Then from 17.00-18.00 we will all come together for a vigil. We hope to see you there! NW Sexual Violence Awareness Week

Criminals are exploiting young people, forcing them into criminality or sexual activity in return for gifts or favours received. If you suspect this is happening to a young person you know, we can help. Visit nestlancashire.org for more. #CEADAY22

On Saturday the 4th of June, Karen and Emma from our NEST team will be taking part in a Pop Up Prom Shop at the Rhyddings Park Coach House (BB5 3EY), aimed at young people who may find it difficult to go to their proms due to the cost of buying an outfit.

It's Pride month! We will be around the county this month at various Pride events supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and giving out information about how we can help anyone who has been impacted by crime in Lancashire. #pride2022 #pride #werehere

It's Child Safety Week. Every child has the right to feel safe. At NEST we try to help children and young people who have been impacted by crime to move forward and feel safe again.

Do you want to make a difference and work supporting children and young people who have been impacted by crime? NEST is currently looking for a full time case worker in Blackpool on a permanent basis. Go to: recruitment.victimsupport.org.uk/vacancy/casewo…

NEST is currently recruiting three fulltime Children and Young People Case Workers in Lancashire. If you'd like to make a difference to the lives of children and young people impacted by crime, apply at: recruitment.victimsupport.org.uk/vacancy/childr…

#BeeTheDifference are currently conducting a survey to engage with young survivors of the Manchester Arena attack so that they can impact positive change by improving support for young survivors of terror in the future. Click here to take part: bit.ly/3SOd1vp