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About the summit

Prevention starts with confident, informed adults.

Children's Safeguard Summit is a Lagos-based initiative bringing together the adults who shape children's lives — so that knowledge, not silence, surrounds every child.

Our purpose

A prevention-first mission

Too often, harm to children goes unnoticed because the adults around them don't yet have the words, knowledge or confidence to act early.

The summit aims to change that by convening parents, educators, child-health professionals and advocates around practical, age-appropriate education — helping adults recognise risks, open honest conversations and respond responsibly.

Illustration of a family sitting close together

Who it's for

Built for the adults around every child

Parents & caregivers

The first line of protection, and the people children trust most.

Teachers & schools

Daily presence in children's lives and a key partner for families.

Child-health professionals

Clinical insight into how harm happens and how it can be prevented.

Advocates & community groups

Neighbourhood voices who turn awareness into lasting action.

Guiding principles

How we work

01

Dignity

We speak about children and families with respect, never with fear or shame.

02

Practical education

Clear, usable guidance adults can apply the same day.

03

Safety & privacy

We never ask for children's names, photos or stories.

04

Family & community collaboration

Homes, schools and communities protect children best together.

Why conversations matter

Children who know the correct names for their bodies, understand boundaries and know which adults they can talk to are better equipped to speak up.

Adults who feel prepared are more likely to listen calmly, respond well and seek qualified help. That's why the summit focuses on everyday conversations — not fear.

About the summit