Eyes Open campaign– Together Against Child Exploitation

We are excited to support the launch of the Eyes Open campaign, aimed at raising awareness about child criminal exploitation and county lines.
The Eyes Open campaign is dedicated to educating young people and their parents/carers about the dangers of grooming, exploitation, and the deceptive tactics used by criminal gangs.
The campaign has been developed by police forces in Greater Manchester, North Wales, Lancashire and Merseyside, alongside the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit (NWROCU) and the Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU).

Child criminal exploitation involves manipulating and coercing young people into criminal activities, often through promises of money, gifts, and a better life, only to trap them in dangerous situations.

The campaign also serves as a vital resource for partners and professionals in raising awareness about county lines exploitation.

How You Can Support

We believe that with your support, we can reach a wider audience and make a significant impact. Here are some ways you can help:
1.Website: Share our campaign resources and information on your website to inform your community about the signs of exploitation and how to seek help: https://eyes-open.co.uk/
2.Social media: Post about the Eyes Open campaign on your social media channels. We will provide you with the free ready-to-use content and graphics to make sharing easy. (Contact  VRU.Programme.Delivery@kent.police.uk for copies of posters, MP4s and web banners or visit the campaign site resources).
3.Training and Workshops: Incorporate information about the campaign into any training sessions or workshops you conduct. This will help educate staff, students, and community members about the risks and signs of county lines and exploitation.
4.Newsletters and Bulletins: Include details about the campaign in your newsletters or bulletins to ensure the message reaches as many people as possible.
Your involvement is crucial in spreading awareness and protecting young and vulnerable children. By sharing our resources and participating in this campaign, you can help make a difference in the lives of young people in our community.

For more information about the Eyes Open campaign and to access our resources, please visit https://eyes-open.co.uk/ or contact us at the Kent and Medway Violence Reduction Unit, VRU.Programme.Delivery@kent.police.uk.