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Our work in Restacking is equipping communities and services across Australia with the data and capability they need to drive equitable outcomes for children and families

Planning for change one community at a time. Check out this article on our strategic planning work with the city of Janesville, WI.  https://lnkd.in/gupht-Ts

Professionals’ wellness is Key!!

2.3 million people are living in doubly disadvantaged neighbourhoods across England. As the government’s Plan to Make Work Pay takes centre stage, our research with Centre for Progressive Policy highlights the unique challenges facing these areas – and the realities of good work in some of England’s most economically and socially deprived communities. We’re calling for a shift in the national policy agenda towards place-based interventions that directly address the challenges facing these areas. Read more about the impact this could have at https://lnkd.in/eK_RHRf4

Transformation starts with listening to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis voices. That's why we're working alongside the Otipemisiwak Métis Nation of Alberta to craft an early learning and childcare model that's not just accessible but resilient. The goal—facilitating the connection between a new generation and their culture while equipping them for the challenges of tomorrow. Action grounded in understanding—just one of the big things we're working on. Learn more: https://deloi.tt/4dKgqpN

The childcare workforce crisis is impacting the ECE sector and children from birth to school age…. Pre-K Counts… Headstart… It is impacting families…. It is impacting business… it is impacting our society as a WHOLE! The investment has to come, the elevation of the field has to surface, the importance of this work has to be acknowledged with sustainable investments and meaningful strategies. The work will be worth it, support the people who are supporting our communities 💓 #FIXCHILDCARE https://lnkd.in/en6uMRgF

https://lnkd.in/eyejp3GH A really important paper about how our systems just aren't meeting the needs of our most vulnerable children. Read beyond the headline for a more nuanced look at what the complex issues are.

Today is Election Day! 🗳️ In our manifesto, we outline five key changes needed to make adult and community education more accessible, inclusive, and flexible. These changes are: ✅ Reform financial supports for adult learners ✅ Commit to sustainable, multi-annual funding for community education ✅ Provide accessible services like childcare, transport, and counselling ✅ Use the National Training Fund to support adults with lower educational attainment ✅ Ensure meaningful Public Sector Duty processes in education Voting is your opportunity to make your voice heard. Let’s ensure that lifelong learning is a priority. Read the full manifesto ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eTtrSV55 #GeneralElection24

👩🏻💻Totally agree Ann, thanks for sharing. Really important research by National Children's Bureau & something that has always really concerned me in my CAMHS career. I’ve been frustrated hearing some therapist’s rhetoric of “the child’s situation is too unstable for therapy to be safe” or “it’s not the right time for them” In my view whilst this is true & esstential in certain cases- like sexual abuse for example. In other challenging but possible situations, we have to think differently. Whist I absolutely respect & agree with the importance of ensuring both the therapy & the space for children is contained, consistent & safe- ‘the ideal’ for lots of children from deprived & abusive backgrounds just isn’t always possible. As therapists & leaders it’s our responsibility to ensure we are as creative, accessible & inclusive for children as possible, not closing the door at the first point that they really need to be heard. When I was offering direct therapeutic support in CAMHS some of the most important & potentially life changing work I did was with complex young people whose life circumstances were far from ‘stable’ or ‘ideal’ who struggled every day to survive the challenges & the situations that they faced. Whislt I could never change some of the challenges, what I could do is work in partnership with their social worker, & consistently listen to them, to validate them & together find ways for them to process their individual experiences & develop healthier ways to cope & achieve their goals as best they could. If we say ‘no’ to those young people, how can we say that we are offering inclusive access for all? Leading Nottingham city’s CAMHS within Nottingham city council, allows us to embed our SPA alongside our Multiagency Safeguarding Hub, to help to ensure that this doesn’t happen for our most vulnerable children and young people. We practice this by working in partnership with our children’s social workers to ensure both the complex safeguarding needs & the mental health needs of children are thought about together, not as separate referrals & as two separate professional practices. We call this our “joint protocol” In my view we need more joined up working to both safeguard children & to help them be truly heard & supported no matter what their personal life circumstances & their backgrounds.

During Founder's Week, we're proud to highlight VOA’s 128-year legacy of empowering the communities we serve. Through our programs and services in education, housing, and mental health, we’re committed to supporting communities across Minnesota and Wisconsin, including children, youth, and families. At VOA MN/WI we understand that each person is unique, which is why we embrace a comprehensive approach to well-being through the weaving of health and housing providing tailored support and care to each individual or family. 🏡 A Place to Call Home: Housing is where it all starts. We manage safe, affordable housing for youth and families, ensuring everyone has a place to call home. 📚 Opportunities in Education: We believe all young people have the ability to reach their full potential. That's why we offer high-quality education opportunities to set students up for academic success. 🧠 Mental and Emotional Well-being: Everyone needs help sometimes, and seeking help is a sign of resilience and strength. We offer a menu of services to support mental well-being at every phase of life. Explore all the ways we help children, youth, and families build hope, resilience and well-being on our website at https://lnkd.in/gzD52w_8 #voamnwi #voa128 #EmpoweringCommunities #healthycommunities4all