Feeling Supported FOBISIA Safeguarding Conference 2026

We will be collecting question throughout the conference to put to some of our Key Note Speakers, Named Partner and social sponsor. This is a unique opportunity to gather multiple perspectives from key contributors to the conference. Use a card in your goody bag to write your question and drop in the basket outside the David Kidd Theatre

Refreshments available next to the exhibitors

This workshop will help unpack the importance of Contextual wellbeing and how a whole school approach can suupport the wellbeing of our students and therefore develop a community approach to safeguarding .

This workshop shares the powerful and deeply personal story behind the Breck Foundation, established in memory of Breck Bednar, a bright and talented 14-year-old who was groomed and killed in the UK by an online predator he met through gaming. Through Breck’s story, we explore how online harm can happen to any family and how seemingly everyday digital interactions can quickly escalate into risk when young people are targeted, isolated or manipulated.

Using this real-life context, the session moves beyond awareness to practical prevention. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of the different forms of online harm facing children and young people today, including grooming, exploitation, coercion, gaming-related risks and harmful online relationships. The workshop focuses on recognising early warning signs, understanding how offenders build trust, and developing the confidence to have open, informed conversations with young people before situations reach crisis point.

Grounded in a trauma-informed and education-led approach, the session emphasises empowerment rather than fear. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to build digital resilience, strengthen safeguarding responses and create environments where children feel safe to speak up and seek help. We will also share guidance on reporting pathways and organisations that can provide advice and intervention.

The Breck Foundation works with schools and communities across the UK and is increasingly connected with international schools, including across South East Asia, with experience supporting diverse educational settings. As a member and supporter of FOBISIA, we value the opportunity to contribute to a shared safeguarding dialogue across the region and to better understand the evolving needs of international school communities.

This session is suitable for educators, safeguarding professionals, and youth practitioners committed to helping children and young people navigate the digital world safely, confidently and with resilience.

Emily is founder of TSA, an advisor to the UK Government, governor and trustee to many organisations and Schools.

She has studied both a Bachelor and Masters in Law and is currently working towards her PhD in International Child Protection Law. Often a keynote speaker Emily is experienced in working both in the United Kingdom, Europe, United States, and MENA and ASEAN regions.

Emily is an expert improvement partner and experienced change manager. Emily has contributed to the Education Select Committee in the United Kingdom during COVID-19, has featured on the BBC, Sky News and many National Newspapers and TV.

Emily continues to campaign for changes to safeguarding legislation in the United Kingdom and driving a legislative reform

Safeguarding guidance is clear that it is everyone’s responsibility. Yet in many schools, the greatest time, training, and professional dialogue around safeguarding sits with teaching staff, despite the daily presence of HR, admissions, marketing, operations, security, canteen, cleaning, and administrative professionals on site. Using safer recruitment as a case study, this workshop supports DSLs to move safeguarding conversations with non-teaching staff beyond compliance and towards shared understanding of why safeguarding matters, enabling greater nuance, professional judgement, and safer decision-making.

Presenter

Hayley Trenchard is Director of Safeguarding & Continuous Improvement at XCL Education Malaysia. UK-trained in safeguarding and child protection, she specialises in translating UK and international safeguarding frameworks into practical, culturally relevant practice for Malaysia and Southeast Asia. She works closely with non-teaching and HR teams to implement BISSC-aligned safer recruitment, including ensuring the Single Central Record is used as a safeguarding tool for professional judgement and oversight, not simply a compliance checklist. Hayley has worked with Australian universities, British training institutes, and UN agencies including UNICEF, supporting organisations to apply global best practice confidently within their own legal, cultural, and professional contexts.

This workshop shares the powerful and deeply personal story behind the Breck Foundation, established in memory of Breck Bednar, a bright and talented 14-year-old who was groomed and killed in the UK by an online predator he met through gaming. Through Breck’s story, we explore how online harm can happen to any family and how seemingly everyday digital interactions can quickly escalate into risk when young people are targeted, isolated or manipulated.

Using this real-life context, the session moves beyond awareness to practical prevention. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of the different forms of online harm facing children and young people today, including grooming, exploitation, coercion, gaming-related risks and harmful online relationships. The workshop focuses on recognising early warning signs, understanding how offenders build trust, and developing the confidence to have open, informed conversations with young people before situations reach crisis point.

Grounded in a trauma-informed and education-led approach, the session emphasises empowerment rather than fear. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to build digital resilience, strengthen safeguarding responses and create environments where children feel safe to speak up and seek help. We will also share guidance on reporting pathways and organisations that can provide advice and intervention.

The Breck Foundation works with schools and communities across the UK and is increasingly connected with international schools, including across South East Asia, with experience supporting diverse educational settings. As a member and supporter of FOBISIA, we value the opportunity to contribute to a shared safeguarding dialogue across the region and to better understand the evolving needs of international school communities.

This session is suitable for educators, safeguarding professionals, and youth practitioners committed to helping children and young people navigate the digital world safely, confidently and with resilience.

In today's educational landscape, understanding the impact of parental trauma is crucial for fostering a safe and supportive environment for students. This talk will explore generation trauma, how unresolved trauma in parents can directly affect children's emotional and academic well-being, equipping educators with actionable strategies to engage families effectively. By adopting a trauma-informed approach, teachers can enhance their support for students, ultimately leading to improved outcomes and healthier school communities. 

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This workshop is designed to empower educators, leaders and practitioners with the tools and insights needed to foster inclusive, culturally affirming environments for all learners. In today’s diverse educational landscape, the ability to create spaces where individuals feel both safe and seen is not just beneficial—it’s essential.  We will explore the intersection of cultural responsiveness and psychological safety, highlighting practices that honour identity, build trust and a sense of belonging, and promote equity. Participants will explore strategies that support culturally responsive pedagogy, trauma-informed care and inclusive leadership.  Participants will learn how to recognise and respond to the unique cultural assets and lived experiences of their communities, while also addressing systemic barriers that impact belonging and engagement. The workshop will be told through my own real-world experiences and we will learn about practical tools that can be immediately applied in classrooms, schools and organisations.  Together, we’ll explore how culturally responsive practice can be a powerful catalyst for creating environments where every individual feels valued, respected seen and safe. 

Closing words from our Co Chairs