Guide for Professionals on Forensic Interviewing and Protection of Child Victims of Violence in Criminal Justice Proceedings

Guide for Professionals on Forensic Interviewing and Protection of Child Victims of Violence in Criminal Justice Proceedings

This guide supports professionals working with child victims of violence throughout criminal justice proceedings. It provides legal, psychological and practical guidance on child-friendly and trauma-informed forensic interviewing, child protection, procedural safeguards and multidisciplinary cooperation, with the aim of improving children’s safety and well-being and preventing secondary victimisation.