Child Protection Can’t Wait: What Every Educator Must Know Now

Listen to this episode from Everything Early Childhood on Spotify. Child Protection Can’t Wait: What Every Educator Must Know Now with Holly-ann Martin, Founder of Safe4Kids For over 30 years, Holly-ann Martin has been a fearless voice for child protection in Australia. Starting her work back in the 1980s when all she had were magazines and honesty. Holly has witnessed firsthand how the risks to children have evolved. What was once simpler has now become more complex, with the rise of technology, access to pornography, and online predators creating new threats we can’t afford to ignore. In this powerful and timely episode, Holly shares surprising data, real stories, and the practical tools educators need to confidently support the children in their care. This isn’t about fear it’s about being prepared. From language to look-fors, Holly shows us how to embed protective education into daily life in a way that empowers both children and educators. Whether you're a leader, owner, or educator on the floor, this episode will leave you informed, equipped, and called to action because child protection can’t wait.