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Birmingham Youth Offending Service becomes Birmingham Youth Justice Service
The Birmingham Youth Offending Service is now the Birmingham Youth Justice Service following overwhelming support from both our staff and the children we work with...
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Support White Ribbon Day (Monday 25 November) and help prevent violence against women and girls
The White Ribbon is the globally recognised symbol to end men’s violence against women and girls. Read more about what White Ribbon Day is all about and how you can make a positive difference below...
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Black History Month: 'Being Black' with Clair Graham on the Birmingham Children's Trust podcast
On this week's Birmingham Children's Trust podcast, Clair Graham sits down with Melissa Jackson to discuss how they help children navigate their identity...
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Black History Month: 'Our Young People's Perspective' on the Birmingham Children's Trust podcast
This is our second special edition of the Birmingham Children's Trust podcast for Black History Month, focusing on the personal experiences of our young people and their journeys through care...
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100 Men Volunteer Recruitment Days
Here's what you need to know about our 100 Men Recruitment Days during Black History Month...
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Bfriends Charity launches new website!
Bfriends Charity - friends of Birmingham Children's Trust - has launched its own website, where you can keep up to date with all things Bfriends...
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Black History Month: Listen to a special edition of our Birmingham Children's Trust podcast
The Birmingham Children's Trust podcast returns with a special episode for Black History Month alongside network partners. Check it out below...
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October is Black History Month!
Black History Month has been celebrated in the UK since 1987 and this year's theme is 'Reclaiming Narratives'...
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Raneem's Law announced to tackle violence against women
Domestic abuse specialists will now be present in 999 control rooms under Raneem's Law, a new government initiative to tackle violence against women and girls...
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World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September)
World Suicide Prevention Day is an opportunity for everyone to learn a bit more about how they might help someone experiencing suicide thoughts and behaviour...
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High Sheriff of the West Midlands visits FDAC
The High Sheriff of the West Midlands visited our Family Drug and Alcohol Court to understand more about the unique process helping reunite parents with their children...
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Extra funding announced for children in care through Lifelong Links programme
The Department of Education has announced renewed funding for the Lifelong Links programme, helping our children in care maintain a loving support network...
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Trust colleague Janet Parks named in King's Birthday Honours list
Janet Parks will receive a Medal of the Order of the British Empire (BEM) for her services to children and families...
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Trust colleague Ivora Ferreira-Bean awarded MBE
Two weeks ago, Ivora visited Windsor Castle to receive her MBE from Prince William. We sat down with her to learn all about the experience...
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Have your say on the future of Birmingham's libraries
People who live, work, or study in Birmingham are being invited to help shape the future of the library service for Birmingham...
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Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 (13 May - 19 May)
'Moving more for our mental health’ is the theme of Mental Health Awareness Week 2024...
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Take part in the experiences of mental health service campaign
An opportunity has arisen for children, young people, parents and carers to comment on mental health services in Birmingham and Solihull. Here's how to get involved...
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Trust shortlisted for 2024 Local Government Chronicle Awards
Find out about Birmingham Children's Trust becoming an LGC Awards 2024 finalist...
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Birmingham Against FGM launch new video campaign on Zero Tolerance Day
Watch an interview with FGM survivor and campaigner Sarian Kamara, part of Zero Tolerance against FGM Day.
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Blue Nose Day 2023 is on the way!!!
Find out about Blue Nose Day 2023, bringing Christmas cheer to thousands of children and young people in Birmingham...
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The Trust and Bfriends become Care Leaver Covenant partners
Find out about a major new partnership for the Trust and its charity Bfriends...
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FDAC staff go to the House of Lords!
Find out what happened earlier this week when Birmingham and Solihull FDAC (Family Drug and Alcohol Court) staff went to the House of Lords...
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New film highlights that ‘Any of Us’ can foster
Watch a new film celebrating that 'Any of Us' can foster a child or young person...
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Regional partnership for Solihull Council children’s services agreed by minister
Read about the Trust becoming the Regional Partner to Solihull Council.
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Foster Birmingham Launches Exciting New Website
Foster Birmingham, Birmingham Children’s Trust’s Fostering Service, have launched a brand-new stand-alone website which is now live!
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Can you help Birmingham care leavers to have an extra-special Christmas?
Read this article to find out how YOU can make Christmas Day memorable for Birmingham care leavers, who may otherwise be alone...
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Birmingham Children's Trust statement on Colorado Springs shooting and World Cup
Birmingham Children's Trust stands in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community.
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‘Childhood’ short film launched to raise awareness of the need for foster carers
In a ground-breaking national collaboration, 56 Local Authorities across England have worked together to share ideas and jointly fund the creation of a short film to raise awareness of fostering.
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Practice Educators celebrated at networking event
Birmingham Children’s Trust invited Practice Educators from across the organisation to a celebration event to welcome newly qualified Practice Educators to the Practice Academy Team.
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Encouraging meaningful connections with Youth Mental Health Day
Birmingham Children’s Trust are supporting Youth Mental Health Day by reflecting on how relationships have changed since the pandemic and sharing discussions with young people.
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Social workers ready to be first in the country for new accreditation
A group of social workers from Birmingham Children’s Trust have completed months of training to be one of the first cohorts in the country to complete a new accredited qualification.
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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Birmingham Children's Trust are deeply saddened at the death of Queen Elizabeth II on 8 September 2022
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Friends of Birmingham Children’s Trust partners up for first charity fundraiser
31Miles31Lives initiative supporting young people into independence
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Birmingham Youth Offending Service (YOS) Prevention Team shows support for ASB Awareness Week 2022
Birmingham YOS Prevention Team has joined a national campaign to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) and keep people in Birmingham safe.
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Step Up to Social Work 2024 recruiting to begin
Applications for Step-Up to Social Work will open in February 2023.
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Child safety awareness campaign urges parents to ‘Never, Ever Shake a Baby’
A new video campaign has been launched in response to concerns surrounding shaken baby cases in Birmingham.
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Commonwealth cook off events teach life skills
Birmingham Children's Trust host commonwealth cooking workshop for children and young people in the city,
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Mental Health Awareness Week 2022
The theme of this years Mental Health Awareness Week is 'Loneliness'.
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Final day of Easter Festival closes two weeks of celebrations
The two-week Easter Festival, hosted by Birmingham Children’s Trust and Donate1Create1.
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Stephen Lawrence Day: A Legacy of Change
2022 will mark 27 years since the death of Stephen Lawrence.
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Think you can't foster? We smash the myths and show you that you can!
People who would make brilliant foster carers may be shying away for reasons that would have no impact on their application.
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New films showcase moving stories from care leavers in Birmingham
Future You premieres four inspiring films from care experienced young people in Birmingham.
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Birmingham’s Youth Offending Conference highlights importance of opportunities across the city
Birmingham Children’s Trust hosted professionals from across the city for the Youth Offending Service Conference for the first time since the pandemic started.
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Could you spot the signs of child exploitation?
The campaign, led by the National Working Group (NWG), also encourage everyone to think, spot, and speak out against abuse.
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What is Private Fostering?
Many parents who've arranged for someone else to care for their child often don’t realise they have entered into a private fostering arrangement.
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Talking to children and young people about war
Our tips to help parents, carers and professionals support children navigate their feeling about the war in Ukraine.
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Care Day 2022
The world’s largest celebration of the rights of children and young people with care experience.
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Supporting Children's Mental Health
One in six children and young people have a diagnosable mental health problem, and many more struggle with challenges from bullying to bereavement, according to Place2Be.
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Standing up for Race Equality
Race Equality Week, held 7 – 13 February, is an annual UK-wide movement uniting thousands of organisations and individuals to address the barriers to race equality in the workplace.
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Safer Internet Day 2022: Staying safe online
Safer Internet Day inspires a national conversation about using technology responsibly, respectfully, critically, and creatively.
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Children's Mental Health Week explores growing together
Monday 7 February marks the beginning of Children’s Mental Health Week. Ran by the charity Place2Be, the week focuses on the importance of promoting good mental health and wellbeing for young people.
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Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week
National Apprenticeship Week 2022 takes place from 7th to 13th February 2022.
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Data Privacy Day 2022: Talking to your family about data privacy
Data Privacy Day presents the perfect opportunity to talk to your family about safe online behaviour and data privacy.
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Regional Adoption Agency (RAA) announced in Birmingham
Birmingham Children’s Trust is joining the national Regional Adoption Agency (RAA) Programme.
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Trust's Head of the Executive recognised in New Year's Honours List
Birmingham Children's Trust Head of the Executive and Company Secretary has been honoured by the Queen after gaining an MBE in the 2022 New Year Honours.
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Bfriends donate generously to Winter Hub
Two friends in Birmingham have generously donated gifts Birmingham Children’s Trust’s Winter Hub to make children and young people in care smile this Christmas.
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Festive spectacular event for children and families in Birmingham
Birmingham Children’s Trust has partnered with Winter Funland to bring festive cheer to families in the community.
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10 tips to support children with care experience this festive season
Christmas can be both magical and challenging! We share our top tips for supporting children with care experience through the festive season.
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'Don't demonise social workers over Arthur case' - Birmingham Children's Trust chief's plea
Chief executive of Birmingham Children's Trust, Andy Couldrick, says ripple effect following death of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes will be far reaching.
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Winter Hub Campaign returns for second year
Birmingham Children's Trust launches its Winter Hub campaign today.
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Exhibition launched to boost volunteers to support young people
Birmingham Children’s Trust launch new exhibition to raise awareness of volunteer roles to support children and young people in the city.
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Children First Project update October 2021
The Children First project was set up by Birmingham Children’s Trust in November 2020. Read our latest project update below.
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Young people stepped up to the challenge for an afternoon of sports and games in Birmingham
Over the weekend families and young people were invited to step outside of their comfort zones and take part in a fun-filled day of sports games and challenges.
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Trust joins list of agencies to combat modern slavery and exploitation
Birmingham Children’s Trust is joining several partner agencies across the West Midlands to raise awareness about sexual exploitation and modern slavery across the region.
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Children in care to receive 5,000 Commonwealth Games tickets
We are delighted to announce that all children in care in Birmingham will have the opportunity to attend the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
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Return to Social Work with Birmingham Children's Trust
We are thrilled to launch our new Return to Social Work programme commencing in September 2021. Find out more and apply today....
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Private fostering: everyone’s responsibility
Getting it right for privately fostered children is everyone’s responsibility. Can you recognise cases of private fostering and do you know how to respond?
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Trust partners bring Christmas to thousands of children
Trust partners bring Christmas to thousands of children, proving we truly are Birmingham's biggest family.
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Talking to children about race and racism
At Birmingham Children’s Trust we believe that all children have the right to grow up in a safe and loving environment regardless of their race and background.
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Trust Resource Hub throws a valuable lifeline to vulnerable families and care leavers
Find out what we are doing to support vulnerable families and care leavers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Festive fun for Birmingham’s biggest family!
More than 600 Birmingham children and young people, along with their families and carers, enjoyed a free morning of fun in the city thanks to a generous local business.
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Trust secures over £1m funding to support families
We are delighted to announce the Trust is the only West Midlands organisation to secure two DfE Innovation Programmes to better support families.
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Commissioner no longer required for Birmingham’s children's services
The Department for Education has said that a commissioner for Birmingham’s children's services is no longer required.
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SEND Joint local area SEND written statement of action
Birmingham was inspected by Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in June 2018.
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Eggciting school holidays for our children
Thanks to the generosity of our corporate partners, hundreds of our children have enjoyed some eggs-tra Easter fun!
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Birmingham gets £485,845 to help families vulnerable to the effects of knife crime and gang culture
Birmingham Children’s Trust and Birmingham City Council are proud to announce they have secured £485,845 to help families vulnerable to the effects of knife crime and gang culture.
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A warm Brum welcome for separated children
The Birmingham Together Forum has recently helped to secure the delivery of 350 ‘welcome packs’ and ‘sleep packs’ which will be given to unaccompanied asylum seeking children (UASC) across Birmingham.
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Roaring Lions bowled over by the Bears
The Birmingham Roaring Lions, Birmingham Children’s Trust disabled children’s forum, was bowled over by Warwickshire Bears cricket star Alex Thomson, at their inaugural Christmas party.
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Villa bring Christmas cheer to young people
Aston Villa staff and players gave a group of our young people a day they will never forget. Find out what happened and watch the film below.
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Skating spectacular Sunday
Over 1,000 children and young people in care and their families and carers had a magical morning last Sunday, 2 December 2018, thanks to the generosity of Emily Danter, owner of Ice Skate Birmingham.
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Fortem dedicate over 1600 hours to help renovate Charles House
Fortem management trainees have completed a major renovation project at one of the Trust’s respite homes - Charles House in West Heath.
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Appeal to providers – tell us about your innovative services
The Birmingham Children’s Trust has published a Prior Information Notice (PIN) on the Find it in Birmingham website so you can tell us all about the services you offer.
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New Director of Finance and Resources announced
Birmingham Children’s Trust is very pleased to announce the appointment of Lee Yale-Helms as their new Director of Finance and Resources.
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Views being sought on regional residential children’s home contract
We are seeking views from residential providers to inform the future commissioning arrangements.
