Ending Sexual & Gender Violence: Training That Works

10/10/2025 25 min

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What does real change around sexual and gender-based violence look like?Are e-learning modules really enough to make a difference?In this episode, Chris East talks with Ruth Heneke Eliot, Co-Founder of Training Works, about how institutions can go beyond tick-box training and policies that protect their reputation to create genuine, trauma-informed cultures of safety.They cover:Is a simple click-through training enough?How policies can focus on supporting survivors, not just protecting institutions.The importance of relationships and sexuality education in preventing harm.Why safeguarding needs to protect everyone - students, staff, and communities.This is essential listening for anyone who wants to move from ticking boxes to making real cultural change.Training Works: https://www.trainingworksuk.com/---Love our free resources?You can now support what we do at https://buymeacoffee.com/cornerstonesafeguardingEvery coffee you buy helps us keep creating practical tools and content for safeguarding professionals like you.–Safeguarding Redefined is brought to you by Cornerstone Safeguarding - supporting those who carry the weight of supporting others.We’re redefining safeguarding - not as a checklist, but as a culture.One built on supervision, strategy, and support, so you’re never doing it alone.–Need fresh safeguarding insights, priority access to support, and exclusive discounts - all in one place?Join Cornerstone Connect  - our FREE membership programme designed to keep you informed, equipped, and ahead. Enjoy early bird discounts, priority event booking, and regular safeguarding updates straight to your inbox!–Producers of this episode: Chris East, Leah EastHost of this episode: Chris East-Follow On LinkedInChris EastLeah East Cornerstone SafeguardingLearn more at https://www.cornerstonesafeguarding.co.uk