Safeguarding Week 2026: Helping Us Keep People Safe Every Day
Safeguarding Week returns from 9-13 November 2026, providing colleagues across Cwm Taf Morgannwg with the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge, build confidence, and learn more about protecting children, young people and adults at risk. The week features a range of virtual learning sessions, awareness activities and drop-in events covering key safeguarding issues affecting our communities.
Key themes this year
Sessions will focus on a wide range of safeguarding topics, including: Child Sexual Abuse and Child Sexual Exploitation
- Domestic Abuse and the DASH/MARAC process
- Modern Slavery and Adult Exploitation
- Self-Neglect and Mental Capacity
- Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
- Looked After Children
- Hoarding and Professional Curiosity
- Prevent, Radicalisation and Criminal Exploitation
- Safeguarding in Community Nursing, Social Housing and Community Pharmacy
- Supporting LGBT+ individuals experiencing abuse and harm
- Physical injuries in children and safeguarding concerns
- Sexual misconduct in the workplace
Get involved
Alongside online learning opportunities, safeguarding teams will be hosting interactive awareness stands at:
- Princess of Wales Hospital
- Royal Glamorgan Hospital
- Prince Charles Hospital
Colleagues can also meet specialist teams, including Independent Domestic Violence Advisers (IDVAs), to learn more about the support available for patients and how to access it.
Sessions for all staff
Many events are open to all staff groups, making this a great opportunity to:
- Refresh safeguarding knowledge
- Learn from subject matter experts
- Develop confidence in identifying concerns
- Understand referral pathways and support services
- Strengthen multi-agency working practices
22/10/2026