Child forensic interviewing is a special way of talking to children who may have experienced or witnessed something serious, like abuse or a crime. These interviews are done by trained professionals who know how to speak with children in a gentle, respectful, and non-leading way. The main goal of a forensic interview is for a child to tell their story in a way that protects the child’s well-being. These conversations happen in safe, child-friendly settings and follow guidelines to make sure the child feels comfortable and is not pressured. Interviewers ask open-ended questions and give the child time to share what they know or remember, without putting ideas in their head.