We provide information, advice, and support for people worried about a family member or friend engaging in online sexual offending against a child, regardless of whether they have been arrested. We can help you understand and cope with your situation and give guidance for moving forward.
If your loved one has been arrested, we can give information about the police investigation and the criminal justice system to help you navigate the process. We understand the significant impact this can have on family and friends, and we are here to provide practical and emotional support to make sense of the situation.
Anonymous helpline
If you have any concerns, questions, or would just like to talk about what you are going through, our experienced, non-judgemental helpline advisors are here to support you. You can stay anonymous and don’t have to give your real name or any contact details. If you’re not ready to speak to anyone yet, you can also use our live chat or send a secure email.
Family and friends group programme (Inform)
For partners, relatives and friends of people who have offended online, our educational programme called Inform can help.
The helpline is anonymous and confidential, so you don’t have to give me any identifying information. If you do give me such information and a child has been abused, a crime has been committed or there is a risk of harm to anyone including children or yourself, then I would have to pass that information on.
Family and Friends Forum
Our Family and Friends Forum is a safe space to share experiences and learn from other people who have gone through the same thing. It can help you prepare for the next stage in the process and better understand the impact on you and your family. We recommend speaking to one of our helpline advisors before visiting the forum, as some content may be upsetting.
We hope this forum will be a valuable source of information, we want it to reduce people’s sense of isolation and to give them a sense of hope for the future.
