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County Lines Exploitation: Protecting Youth Through Storytelling

Offered By: TEDx via YouTube

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Child Protection Courses Storytelling Courses Addiction Courses Crime Prevention Courses

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Explore the critical issue of county lines exploitation in the UK through this compelling TEDx talk. Delve into Tia Fisher's personal journey as she shares the story behind her teen verse novel "Crossing the Line," nominated for the Yoto Carnegie Medal 2024. Gain insights into the epidemic levels of drug gang exploitation targeting young people and discover how storytelling can serve as a powerful tool to protect children from grooming and abuse. Be aware that this talk contains graphic descriptions of sensitive topics such as suicide, sexual assault, and substance abuse, and presents the speaker's personal views on drug trafficking, the brain, and addiction. Learn about Fisher's background as an author and her dedication to addressing pressing social issues through her writing.

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We Need to Talk about County Lines | Tia Fisher | TEDxBeckenham


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