Celebrating fostering at Parliament
I was delighted to be invited to a parliamentary reception on Wednesday, on behalf of Positive Aspirations, to celebrate the success of foster carers and fostering in the independent section. At the even a new report was launched, we highlights the impact that IFA foster carers, and the support around them makes to children. It was an amazing […]
500 children a day referred to mental health services: what it means for foster carers
The Guardian has published a news story on the number of children referred to NHS mental health services for anxiety in England since the Coronavirus pandemic. Their investigation explored referrals where the primary cause was anxiety. More than 500 children a day in England are being referred to NHS mental health services for anxiety, more than double the rate […]
Instagram boosts privacy and parental control on teen accounts
It may be useful to alert Foster Carers to this, and/or to open up /have a discussion with young people directly. Instagram is overhauling the way it works for teenagers, promising more “built-in protections” for young people and added controls and reassurance for parents. The new “teen accounts” were introduced in the UK 17/9/24. They turn […]
Childline delivers thousands of counselling sessions about sexuality and gender identity
We’re reminding young people that Childline is confidential and here to help. As Pride Month gets underway, we’re reminding children and young people of all ages that Childline is here to help, whatever their worry. Young people’s concerns In 2024/25, we delivered 2,411 counselling sessions on the topic of sexuality and gender identity. Over 40% […]
Online safety
NSPCC Learning has published a news story about the launch of Childline’s ‘Where We Stand’ videos. ‘Where We Stand’ is a four-part YouTube series showing how Childline can help young people navigate the online world. Influencers predict what teenagers really think about online life, covering issues such as AI, screen time and online safety. Professionals […]
Fostering Fortnight: empowering lives and building communities
Fostering Fortnight 2023 is just around the corner, and it offers a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness about the role that foster carers play in our society. South Coast Fostering is proud to be a part of this annual celebration. In this article, we will explore how you can get involved in this special event […]
The New Framework for Missing Children and Young People
The new framework for missing children and young people is a significant initiative aimed at ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children in the care of local authorities in England. The framework provides a comprehensive approach to handling cases involving children and young people who go missing from care. The Purpose of the Framework The […]