grooming

Grooming is the process of getting to know and befriending a child with the intention of sexually abusing them. Children have it drummed into them that they shouldn’t talk to, or go anywhere with, strangers so paedophiles often take their time to build up a trusting relationship.


Grooming doesn’t have to be online, but the internet gives paedophiles the anonymity to act more freely, and access to children who are not under direct parental supervision.