Celebrity dancer Kaffy has shared an important message about protecting children and setting boundaries, especially around trusted adults in the home.

In a video posted on Instagram, she said a lot of families still don’t realize that harmful situations involving children often come from familiar and trusted individuals — not strangers.

According to Kaffy:

“Parents need to be cautious of the favorite uncles, the favorite aunties, the favorite nannies, the favorite drivers. There needs to be boundaries. Many children face uncomfortable situations from people who are close to them.”

Kaffy explained that in many African homes, people are encouraged to be overly familiar with children, without considering how it may affect the child’s sense of personal space.

She shared that when she was younger, someone close to her family crossed personal boundaries with her, and although she didn’t fully understand it at the time, she knew it didn’t feel right.

She said:

“It happened right in front of people who trusted the person. At that age, I didn’t understand what was going on. But I knew something about it was wrong.”

Kaffy pointed out that people who harm children don’t always appear suspicious:

“Many of them appear caring. They may be the ones who always want to help or be around the child. That’s why parents need to pay attention and set clear boundaries.”

She also spoke against adults making unnecessary comments about children’s bodies or giving physical affection without consent.

“Some compliments are unnecessary. Some physical touch is unnecessary. Even if the person is a family member. A child is a child. Respect their space.”

Kaffy urged parents and guardians to teach children that they are allowed to say ‘no’ when they feel uncomfortable — regardless of who the adult is.

She concluded by saying she would continue the conversation in her upcoming session, encouraging parents to learn how to recognize early signs and create safe emotional environments for their children.

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