Press Releases
Please find below some press articles relating to our work with children and young people at risk of and affected by sexual exploitation and abuse across Derbyshire.
Please note that older press releases may contain out-of-date information.
For press enquiries or to request an interview with a spokesperson from Safe and Sound please contact:
Emily Roberts
[email protected]
Tel: 0115 8376260
Mobile: 07796677111
3rd March 2020
Purple Pledge Marks National Child exploitation Awareness Day
29th February 2020
Brave Fundraisers Take Leap of Faith for Local Charity
24th February 2020
Local Communities Raise Vital Funds for Safe & Sound
27th January 2020
Ambassadors Fly the Flag for Safe & Sound
3rd January 2020
Rise in Exploitation is a Worrying Trend
22nd November 2019
Local Fundraiser Completes Ultimate Challenge for Safe & Sound
22nd October 2019
Living and coping with child sexual exploitation – a parent’s perspective
16th October 2019
23rd September 2019
New Communities CSE Project Extended
17th September 2019
9th September 2019
Online CSE Funding Boost Welcomed
6th September 2019
Charity Boxers Support Safe and Sound Butterfly Appeal
5th September 2019
19th July 2019
Safe and Sound Appoint Fundraising Lead
9th July 2019
Recycling Programme Launched to Support Butterfly Appeal
1st July 2019
Dains Help Local Charity Transform Young Lives
25th June 2019
Safe and Sound Unveil Future Plans To Transform More Young Lives
19 June 2019
Charity Chief Executive Returns To Her Roots As Guest of Honour
10 June 2019
Local Fundraisers Cross The Line For Safe & Sound
25 May 2019
Young people turn to song to confront past experiences
24 May 2019
Pass the Parcel Winner Revealed
21 May 2019
Safe and Sound Appoints New Chief Executive To Spearhead Growth
9 May 2019
Derby Businesses Join Giant Pass the Parcel Game for Local Charity
26 April 2019
Local Fundraiser Continues Fitness Drive To Support Safe & Sound
27 March 2019
Local Business Answers Safe and Sound Half Marathon Appeal
14 March 2019
Amateur Boxers Rise To The Challenge For Safe and Sound
8 March 2019
National CSE Awarness Day: Child Exploitation is Everyone’s Business
6 March 2019
New Curriculum Vital to Keep Children Safe
4 March 2019
Derbyshire Army Cadets Support Safe and Sound
14 February 2019
Show of Strength for Safe and Sound
11 February 2019
Safe and Sound Appeal for Runners’ Support
11 February 2019
Safe and Sound Echo Police Concerns
4 February 2019
Safe and Sound Supports Safer Internet Awareness
17 January 2019
Soap Storyline Welcomed To Break Down Sexual Exploitation Taboos
21 November 2018
Be a festive fool and support Safe & Sound’s vital work
13 November 2018
Safe and Sound Secures Children in Need Funding
30 October 2018
Safe and Sound Launches Support for City Roma Community
September 2018
Derby child sexual exploitation charity raises funds with challenging Peak District walk
March 2018
Teenage boy speaks out about online abuse ahead of Child Exploitation Awareness Day
December 2017
Derby child sexual exploitation charity launches festive fundraising campaign
31 October 2017
Safe and Sound host Marketing Derby event
March 2017
Runners take up the Ramathon challenge for Safe and Sound
December 2016
Derbyshire golf club selects Safe & Sound as charity of the year
October 2016
More than £12,000 raised at Safe and Sound gala dinner and auction
September 2016
Students swap classroom for the kitchen to support Safe and Sound fundraising dinner
May 2016
Charity which tackles child sexual exploitation across Derbyshire scoops top award
November 2015
‘Swishing’ event to raise money for Safe and Sound
September 2015
Derbyshire Constabulary Male Voice Choir support Safe and Sound
August 2015
Safe and Sound Derby receives £400,000 Lottery cash boost
July 2015
UPS employees take on Three Peaks challenge for Safe and Sound
March 2015
Young person supported by Safe and Sound Derby to speak at national conference
December 2014
Film written and directed by grooming victims to warn others of dangers to be launched in Derby
October 2014
More than £8,000 raised at dinner for Safe and Sound Derby
August 2014
More than 70 guests attend Safe and Sound Derby open day
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Cyclist Raises £1,380 for Derby Charity in First Sportive Since Losing His Leg
A cyclist who lost his leg following a motorcycle accident three years ago has raised an incredible £1,380 for Derby charity Safe and Sound after completing his first sportive since the accident. Paul took part in the recent HUUB Sportive, completing his longest...
Safe and Sound Thanks PIB Insurance Brokers for Raising £4,175 Through Charity Partnership
Safe and Sound, Derbyshire’s specialist charity supporting children, young people and families affected by child exploitation, is delighted to thank PIB Insurance Brokers for raising an incredible £4,175 through its Charity of the Year partnership. Throughout the...
Derby Businesses Invited To Battle It Out At The Derby Business Games 2026
Local businesses and organisations are being encouraged to swap the office for the sports field this summer as the Derby Business Games returns for another fun-filled evening of teamwork, competition and community spirit. Taking place on Thursday 25th June 2026 at...
Derby Rotary Raises Vital Funds For Safe and Sound
Derby Rotary Club has presented local charity Safe and Sound with a cheque for £3,500 raised during the organisation’s annual Santa and Sleigh tour around Derby and the sale of Christmas trees to the public. Santa and his elves were joined by representatives from...
Safe and Sound’s Record-Breaking Race Night Raises Over £8,000 for Young People Affected by Child Exploitation
Safe and Sound, a Derby-based charity dedicated to protecting children and young people from exploitation, is proud to announce the outstanding success of its annual Charity Race Night, raising over £8,000 – the highest amount ever achieved from the event....
Safe and Sound Welcomes Sharon Stevens-Cash As New Ambassador
Safe and Sound, a Derbyshire-based charity dedicated to protecting children and young people from exploitation, is delighted to announce the appointment of Sharon Stevens-Cash as its newest ambassador. Sharon, Founder and Director of Derby-based marketing agency...
Safe and Sound Celebrates Resounding Success At Official Opening Of New City Centre Hub
Safe and Sound is celebrating a resounding success following the official opening of its new city centre hub, Melbourne House, on Bold Lane last week. The special occasion drew a full house of supporters, partners, funders, and community representatives – all...
Safe & Sound To Open New City Centre Hub To Tackle Doubled Demand For Child Protection Services
Derbyshire’s specialist child exploitation charity, Safe and Sound, is set to mark a pivotal moment in its history with the official opening of its new city centre premises, Melbourne House, Bold Lane, Derby, next Tuesday. The move is a direct response to the...
Safe And Sound’s First Murder Mystery Night A ‘Killer’ Success
Derbyshire-based child exploitation charity, Safe and Sound, successfully hosted its inaugural Murder Mystery Dinner on Saturday evening at the picturesque Horsley Lodge Golf Club, raising an impressive total of over £3,500. The sold-out event saw 100 guests in...
Safe And Sound Won The Partnership Of The Year Award!
We at Safe and Sound are absolutely thrilled to have been presented with the National Charity Today Partnership of the Year Award for the redevelopment of 8 Bold Lane, Derby! This dream wouldn’t have become a reality without the extraordinary dedication and...










