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Experiences of Care Experienced Young People
2025-07-30 16:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | https://ldhub.org.uk/event/experiences-of-care-experienced-young-people/
Experiences of Care Experienced Young People

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July 30

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4:00 pm

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5:00 pm

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Webinar Overview: Despite ongoing reform efforts, care experienced young people continue to face disproportionate challenges across housing, education, health, and the justice system. Too often, their voices are left out of conversations that directly affect them. This powerful and reflective webinar centres the lived experiences of young people who have been in care, alongside insights from practitioners, researchers, and policy experts. It explores the systemic barriers care experienced young people encounter—and what must change to ensure they receive the support, respect and opportunities they deserve. Participants will hear directly from young people about their experiences navigating care and transitioning to independence, while also examining the role of corporate parenting, trauma-informed practice, and the impact of stigma. Ideal for: Social workers and looked-after children teamsEducation and virtual school staffYouth offending, probation and resettlement teamsLeaving care and supported accommodation providersLocal authority leaders and corporate parenting boardsHealth and mental health practitioners working with young peopleAdvocacy and participation workersKey Takeaways: Understanding the systemic and emotional impact of the care systemListening to care experienced young people and embedding their voice in service designExamining the inequalities in housing, education, mental health and justiceExploring good practice in leaving care and post-18 transitionsThe role of trauma, identity, and belonging in shaping life outcomesAdditional Benefits: Challenge unconscious bias and assumptions about children in careExplore co-production, participation, and rights-based approachesGain insight into effective multi-agency working and long-term support planningThis webinar is essential for professionals committed to improving outcomes, wellbeing and justice for care experienced young people, and ensuring the care system is one of support—not survival.

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