A Safe Space training
Members discuss how the e-learning has helped them to be more confident about keeping girls safe
‘More than anything, A Safe Space training gives you the confidence to speak out when there’s that niggle in your head. It helps you realise that – in safeguarding situations – it’s better to say something than say nothing,’ says Barb Quine, trainer and Brownie leader.
A Safe Space training, which will be compulsory from 2021, might seem like a chore but, says Barb, ‘The e-learning takes only about 20 minutes, is easy to understand and flows very well. Plus, it’s interesting – if you did the original several years ago, it’s really moved on.’
Leader and District Commissioner Steph Kemp says it’s convenient too, because you can do it whenever you choose. ‘As a nurse working shifts, I have to fit things in at different times of day or night,’ she explains.
Back to basics
Steph also found the multiple-choice questions in the e-learning useful. ‘They really make you think carefully about the correct answer,’ she says.
‘It gets you back to basics,’ confirms Barb. ‘Even as a trainer, I found the Level 2 e-learning helpful. You can become a bit blasé and it made me think about things in new ways.’
The videos of volunteers talking about real life situations are helpful too. ‘They put things into context, helping you relate to situations and reinforcing your learning,’ says Barb.
Plus, Barb enjoyed the final assessment quiz, which reassures learners that they’re up to speed with all the important points. ‘It gave the e-learning more value and really made me remember important points!’ she says.