Through the Maze of Child Abuse

Synopsis

Adds the voices and views of mothers of abused children to the child abuse debate. Tells the story of a group of North East women who began to meet together in the aftermath of the Cleveland events in 1986-7 because of their concerns for the safety of their children, primarily because of sexual abuse. They describe how they developed the confidence and knowledge to offer other parents like themselves a support service. Illustrates how parents and local community members can work alongside the skills of professional workers in the interests of the children and their parents.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 10 min.

Year of production

1991

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Uses

Community groups and professional workers.

Subjects

Social welfare

Keywords

child abuse; community action

Production Company

Name

Outline Arts Trust

Name

Walker Parents Group

Distributor

Name

Albany Video Distribution

Notes

Out of business from Nov 1995. Was located at Battersea Studios, Television Centre, Thackeray Road, London SW8 3TW.