The report discusses issues around reliable data due to: under-reporting of concerns or offences relating to exploitation; and stereotypical assumptions held by the police and the public concerning girls’ behaviour. Recommendations include: prioritise the protection of girls from gang related harms in safeguarding frameworks; and provide education programmes that support girls and tackle misogyny.
To read the report: Keeping Girls and Young Women Safe Protecting and supporting the girls and young women at risk of exploitation, violence, gangs and harm.
https://thecommissiononyounglives.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Keeping-Girls-And-Young-Women-Safe-MMU-and-COYL-report-.pdf
