Why faith is important in our work with children and families
November 19th, 2021
For Inter Faith Week, Chair of Cafcass Faith Network Louise Jones describes what faith means to her and why it’s important to think about faith […]
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Show interest in what it means to be proud to be Black
October 19th, 2021
As we continue our reflections and discussions during Black History Month, I want to continue to encourage all professionals working with children and young people […]
Continue readingReasons I am proud to be Black
October 14th, 2021
As I reflect with members of the Kaleidoscope diversity network, colleagues, neighbours, family, and friends on Black history and what it means to be Black […]
Continue readingWhat diversity means to me as a member of the Family Justice Young People’s Board
September 29th, 2021
My name is Aleesha and I have been a member of the Family Justice Young People’s Board (FJYPB) for seven years. My background is diverse. […]
Continue readingCarers Week 2021: The sacrifices I’ve had to make as a young carer
June 10th, 2021
Matthew is a member of the Family Justice Young People’s Board. I started caring for my mum at the age of 10 years old when […]
Continue readingCarers Week 2021: My advice to professionals as a young person being cared for
June 10th, 2021
Plam is a member of the Family Justice Young People’s Board. For me personally, being cared for is something I don’t like. It makes me […]
Continue readingWorking with survivors of domestic abuse: A Cafcass Family Court Adviser’s perspective
June 1st, 2021
This blog was originally published as a guest blog for SafeLives. Cafcass independently advises the family courts in England about what is safe for children […]
Continue readingWorking with Muslim young people in foster care
May 20th, 2021
Written by David Pitcher, Family Court Adviser “J is always in her room. She never comes down” her foster parents told me. Threading my way […]
Continue readingPartners e-bulletin May 2021
May 19th, 2021
Jack Cordery joins Cafcass as new interim Operations Director We are delighted that Jack Cordery has joined Cafcass as Interim Operational Director for the North […]
Continue readingKelly Paynter describes joining Cafcass as a Newly Qualified Social Worker during the pandemic.
May 7th, 2021
I started working at Cafcass in September 2020. I didn’t expect to end up here, but it is honestly the best decision I have made […]
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