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Save the Children (Barnaheill) offers consultation about the welfare of children. On their website, it is possible to report inappropriate online behaviour against children.

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Protection and information on children's rights

Heillabraut is a project by Barnaheill focused on sexual health and the prevention of violence. The primary aim of the project is to reduce sexual offences against children.

Barnaheill offers a variety of educational talks and courses for professionals, guardians, and young people. The Heillabraut website provides a range of educational resources, as well as information about the available talks and courses. Barnaheill also maintains an information platform on sexual health for young people, both on their website and on Instagram.

Barnaheill offers consultation for professionals working with children and adolescents, as well as for guardians, when cases of sexual abuse arise that are complex or unclear. Guardians can also request a consultation if they are unsure where to seek help or are dissatisfied with the services they have received. The consultation is primarily intended as a supportive conversation, offering a space for listening and support, an opportunity to reflect on the situation, and to receive professional guidance on next steps. Barnaheill also runs a support group for guardians of children who have experienced sexual abuse by an adult. The group meets twice a month. Consultations can be requested, and registration for the support group can be made, by sending an email to barnaheill@barnaheill.is eða kolla@barnaheill.is

Save the Children offer consultation about children's welfare issues.

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