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CEO @children1st + chair of @together_sacr . Determined to keep children safe and well in their families and communities. Prevention Protection Recovery Rights
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First day I've felt almost back to normal after covid ... probs contracted 2nd December .. tested positive 8 th and extremely unwell for 3 weeks. Lost 12 lbs in weight and still no taste or smell ... its a horrible virus . Take it very seriously and stay at home please
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So itโs been a tough week for the family and then this happened . Meet Buddy x
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Why have we created all this hype about exam results? What are we saying to the lovely young people who may not be academically gifted but will go on to make wonderful contributions in the world? If exam results were a predictor for life I doubt Iโd be in the job I love today .
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Isn't it weird that there has been little or no media coverage of the
#UNCRCScotland
bill incorporation? This is some of the most progressive children's rights legislation in the world - a massive step led by children and young people and yet nobody seems interested??
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Why don't politicians understand the so called "attainment gap" won't close till the focus is on eradicating poverty, inter generational trauma caused by adversity in childhood and offering families early help and support !
#howmanytimes
#SE21
#FamiliesHaveARightToSupport
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This was never supposed to happen ... in our responsible, puppy rearing fantasy he was never getting upstairs or on the beds ..... that went well then ๐ฑ
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My mum visiting. She used to be a youth worker so in prep for the โฆ
@YouthLinkScot
โฉ policy forum on ACEs I asked what she thought sheโd done that made a difference to y people. โWell, I didnโt really do anything, I was just there for themโ my 86 yr old ace aware mama โค๏ธ
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Heart sinks when I hear that local authorities are back on the "evidenced based programme" approach ... why can't we stick to what families tell us they need for more than 5 mins .... Holistic , relationship based, practical and emotional support!
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I can't find the words to express what this means to her
#ahomeofmyown
#LD
#supportcareandlove
#agoodlife
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This is what I call a book shop โค๏ธ
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โThe adults around you will be anxious , study, do your homework, have fun , wash your handsโ so important that
@NicolaSturgeon
speaks so honestly and reassuringly to children . Thank you so much from all
@children1st
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Today was a scary, stressful day for Siobhan and she needed the sea to feel calm. As soon as we got to the beach this rainbow appeared as if to reassure that everything was ok x this is going to be a fave pic in our lockdown diary x
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Language really matters! This headline is not only misleading it's very dangerous. As an adult you cannot "have sex" with children - you exploit, abuse and terrorise them.
@BBCScotlandNews
change this headline immediately and act responsibly to protect children
@children1st
Man, 70, had sex with child behind Glasgow supermarket
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Emerging from a 3 week covid nightmare ..this virus is horrific. Stay safe as you can and follow all the rules to protect others. Oh and merry christmas x
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As children stay home from school and families stay indoors, please spare a thought for children living with domestic abuse, fractured relationships, parents who struggle with mental health/addictions. Please keep these children in mind and โค๏ธhelp us be there
@children1st
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Happy Birthday to my lovely husband who has just very gracefully pointed out to another middle aged man ( in a hotel bar) that he has no business criticising โฆ
@GretaThunberg
โฉ who is a Shero! He has shorter hair now and never wears waistcoats but what a good choice I made ๐
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Mental health: - We need to get much more curious about whatโs driving childrenโs distress. The yp we support consistently tell us its pressure on family relationships, pressure to achieve and unresolved trauma. We need a focus on support not diagnosis
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Spent week with sister. She has learning disabilities - things i learned. 1.Go slow, you notice more and stress less 2.Speak to people u don't know, they are mostly v kind 3.Tell people you love them repeatedly it makes them feel great 4. Laughing is infectious 5. Abba r cool โค๏ธ
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Anniversary of my dad's death yesterday + my nephew bought his mum +aunties flowers to mark the day. He is off out with his pals tonight wearing his granda's shirt.โค๏ธHe found tobacco, a bookies pen and library card in the pocket ๐คฃ- sums up my pa perfectly
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Increase in domestic abuse and violence against women and children across the globe โA prosecutor in Trento, Italy, has ruled that in situations of domestic violence the abuser must leave the family home and not the victimโ exactly what should happen here.
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Media reporting of child sexual abuse needs to change if we are ever to effectively protect children and young people and support victims and survivors. Adults do not โhave sex withโ children and vulnerable YP, media must call it what it is - Sexual Abuse and Exploitation .
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Child poverty in Scotland โrisks hitting 20-year highโ now here is something we should all be shouting about. These are shocking statistics and behind every one is a child whose life will be blighted by inequality . Time to take action
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Im home alone , caught up with news and Iโm honestly shattered after a really busy, demanding week . Would it be a disgrace if I had chips and eggs for my tea and watch 4 episodes of say yes to the dress ?
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claims of so called "false memory syndrome" are harmful for victims in any current case but they also do huge harm to children currently scared to speak out about sexual abuse . In my experience the thing that keeps abuse from being disclosed is the fear of being called a liar
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If i could raise the money I'd rescue and renovate this beautiful old school from demolition and create a fabulous community/ family support and creative resource centre. I cycle / walk past it a lot and imagine all the good things that could go on there .. if only
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Saw these wee messages in a Glasgow park earlier . Children is where the hope will come from xโค๏ธ
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My wonderful and very terribly missed mum...
She did so much for her community - and received an MBE for her efforts. RIP Betty, a true Edinburgh legend. ๐ข
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So full of hope and inspiration after todayโs event. Such commitment from
@NicolaSturgeon
@JohnSwinney
@MathesonMichael
and colleagues to ensure joined up action to prevent adversity in childhood.
Thank you to
@listenthinkdraw
for capturing the key issues discussed today about adverse childhood experiences & action on Scotland.
#ScotlandACEs
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Iโve been on holiday; reading, relaxing and remembering my mama and how life goes on despite loss and grief. Mainly grateful for the luck that brings such love and anyway too hard to be sad for long with these two to cherish
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Special message to children and young people from
@NicolaSturgeon
in todayโs briefing โyou have been truly magnificent during lockdown - thank you โ got to agree with that!
@children1st
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I hope no one ever challenges us again about the lack of โevidenceโ to support our relationship based approach to keeping children safe in families. All Iโm seeing are strong relationships maintaining connection and delivering a sense of safety and care.
@children1st
#beingthere
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I feel incredibly proud that Scottish Parliament is discussing how to prevent adverse childhood experiences. If we turn the discussion into real action generations of children to come will thank those MSP's
@GailRossSNP
@children1st
@suzannezeedyk
@paulinescott222
#preventACEs
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I hope that we keep childrenโs needs and rights in our hearts and minds as we vote.We need a country that cherishes children, that fights for every child to have enough love, food, protection, education and opportunities. So many donโt.Please vote to put children first.
#GE2109
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Can i say here, without any need for rescue + hope of no judgement - its been a bleedin awful dayโน๏ธJust occasionally i have to fight hard to stay hopeful when confronted by how far we have to go to uphold children's right to be heard.
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Really interesting insights abt the relief families feel as they have less professional systems and โhelpersโ to deal with. What might this tell us ? Who does that system really protect? What or who is it really for? How might we reshape based on what we are learning?
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My boys turned into a baker and Iโll need a winch to get me out the house when lockdowns over ๐๐. Iโm thinking this is home economics, science and maths covered ?
#lockdowneats
#homeschooling
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Itโs amazing that in almost every meeting Iโm at these days the importance of preventing adversity in childhood is mentioned and the devastating impact of childhood trauma is being recognised at last! We need action on recovery now
@suzannezeedyk
@children1st
@ACEAwareNation
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On the train home from edinburgh - listening to children on their way to glasgow for
#ClimateStrike
protest. So well informed, so optimistic that their voices matter, so determined to make change happen ! We have got to listen and learn
#inspired
#ClimateAction
#COP26
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The more deprived the area the higher the risk of adversity in childhood
@MichaelMarmot
on connection between ACEs and Poverty. "Blame the situation and the system not parents "
#AceAwareNation
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Iโve worked too hard and too long again today . Failed yet again to provide any structured home schooling ( whatever that is ) yet here is what my boy taught himself today โค๏ธ
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When I was a young social worker, struggling with the enormity of what injustices children and families had to carry, I sometimes cried on the way home. Was never weakness or boundaries crossed, it helped me process and step in again and be hopeful I could help change things .
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I find myself moved to tears by this. Iโve been that social worker and itโs the hardest decision in the world . Itโs why Iโm driven to make sure that early whole family support is trauma sensitive and recovery focussed.
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Interviewing for
@children1st
new colleague today this quote really sealed the deal . "Leadership is not a person or a position. It is a complex moral relationship between people based on trust, obligation, commitment, emotion, and a shared vision of the good.โ
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Just want to say thank you to everyone who has sent good wishes and kind messages. I am thrilled, honoured and grateful. You are lovely ! โค๏ธโค๏ธ
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Great to hear
@jasonleitch
acknowledge work of social workers across public/third sector in todayโs briefing. Out protecting children, supporting families and looking out for adults with support needs.
@children1st
@iona_colvin
@socworkscot
#CoronavirusScotland
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listening to an item discussing this on radio, they are advocating for more police. Nonsense, need more family support workers, a decent income for families, youth workers, inclusive schools and and better job prospects for our young people. The answer is connection not prison.
I have to say I totally agree with the weatherman - if prison was the answer the USA would be the safest place on the planet
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Friday nights ... no pals allowed in the house in Glasgow so you have to make your own entertainment ๐! I used to do this to him !
#changingplaces
#covid19
#staysafe
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This is what happens when you close the streets to traffic . Well done
@GlasgowCC
#play
#family
#community
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Great explanation about why victims of assault and trauma โput it in a boxโ
@suzannezeedyk
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In hospital for a few days (will be fine, NHS AMAZING) time to read election news and observe care etc. One thing is obvious, if we choose investment in high quality, community based social care, a lot of people would not be here.
#prevention
#poverty
#loneliness
#trauma
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Fairly depressing end to a very long day ... at times it feels like we have a very long way to go in Scotland to become the compassionate and kind country children need to thrive . But as always upward and onward .. there is good and hope to be found
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A nerve wracking experience being on live TV, concentrating v hard to try get your point across clearly. But this morning all i can think about is how bizarre that the Christian institute put their energy into a campaign to defend hitting children.
#TheNine
#equalprotection
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Could cry with gratitude for the kindness and patience shown by matthew from the NHS lothian learning disability team today. A supportive and person centred approach helped my sis cope with prospect of essential medical appt at her pace. Thank you
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A momentous day for children and their right to protection from physical assault today. Letโs remove all forms of violence from Scotland and ensure family is safe for everyone - amending the law as
@JohnFinnieHI
โs bill will is the right thing to do and well overdue
@children1st
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Ive been feeling a bit uncomfortable all day .. had a wee break there and realised i have my 16 yr olds jeans on ๐ณ ๐
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Today Iโm celebrating all women and remembering one woman in particular - thanks mum โค๏ธ๐๐ช
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The baby box has symbolic value which says in scotland we value all children equally.
@NicolaSturgeon
says it's the Hallmark of the country
#Kilbrandon
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The third sector are constantly challenged to work together. And we do. We are often told this by politicians. Ahem, could i politely suggest that instead of fighting over weather reports and tv adverts that you all work together to solve child poverty, prevent
#ACEs
etc. Thanks
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Might be light hearted but is actually a hugely important message for children to hear. She is holding them in mind, letting children know that what matters to them matters to her and reminding her country not to forget their concerns and needs
#womeninleadership
@children1st
New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern confirms Easter Bunny is classed as an โessential workerโ but it might be โdifficult for the bunny to get everywhereโ in current circumstances.
Tooth fairy also confirmed as an essential worker.
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Spent a day off with my sister talking abt what matters to her and how we can plan a good and full life. She wants a home of her own, family and friends around her. Good coffee, macaroni cheese at cafes and maybe even a pet of her own. I'm on it ๐โค๏ธ
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And most often neither are their parents ...
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My sister drew me a picture - its all about her new house and her new independent life . โค๏ธโค๏ธ
#choice
#control
#relationships
#inclusion
#agoodlife
#LearningDisability
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Sometimes you just need to see a room full of light and hope, of one team sharing one purpose. You need to stand back and remember people are good and kind and driven to make a difference
#teamchildren1st
#inspring
#grateful
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โShe is a 16-year-old, and these are grown men. And they are terrified. Wonderful. Who knew you could shake the patriarchy simply by refusing to smile for it, dress for it or demur to it? A refusal to acquiesce to the male gaze has these dinosaurs squirmingโ
Greta Thunbergโs defiance unsettles the patriarchy โ wonderful | Suzanne Moore
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Would have been my mums 92nd birthday today. She was quite a woman โค๏ธ
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Hello world this is Nathan Maryโs son I just want to say that I really appreciate all the support and positive feedback my mum is getting and I just wanted to say thanks, bye ๐ have a great day
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I love it that my gorgeous 15 yr old is still so excited by his birthday that he was up at 6 am to open his cards and presents . Happy Birthday ๐ฅณ
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"Prevention of trauma needs to start at the prenatal visit"
@Prev_Justice
talking the need for early help and support to families beautifully.
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Perhaps Because she is human , compassionate , exhausted and holding the risks and the decision making on behalf of all of us ? I only feel safer when I see a leader who cares this much and can show it will in time mane
@NicolaSturgeon
@jacindaardern
#compassionateleadership
๐ฝ Nicola Sturgeon got visibly upset during today's
#FMQs
after a question from Labour's Neil Findlay on care home deaths.
Read our live blog:
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Wow! Super excited to see commitment for every child victim and witness to have access to Bairnshoose
@children1st
#barnahus
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Sometimes...often, I get overwhelmed and even angry at the load some children and families have to cope with.... and then I feel humbled by the strength and determination they have to cope and I know my despair is of no use. What we need to do is take action
@children1st
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Celebrating 30 th anniversary ๐ณin the city where it all started ๐ฅฐโค๏ธ
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Many people contributed to make this happen, the fantastic
@children1st
team over many years,especially
@annaoreilly84
@foodie_ma
but also partners and mostly the children we have supported who bravely shared how horrific the current system can be and will help design a new one.
Children who have been victims of crime are set to be supported with a new 'healing house' in Scotland.
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Just in case anyone needs a cute puppy pic - here is Buddy
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And yet last week ( predominantly male) football fans got what looked like a police escort on their way to destroy a city square...
#everydaysexism
#ReclaimTheseStreets
Tonight in Clapham we witnessed the Met police arresting and pushing to the ground women who had come to grieve and protest the murder of our sister by one of their officers. I am shaking and furious.
#ReclaimTheseStreets
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I wish we could have an independent care review for adults with learning disabilities. I suspect the findings would be very similar to The Promise and the need for systemic change just as urgent.
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Anyone else miss nuance, tolerance, holding complexity, curiosity and debates that recognise differences of opinion can be ok ??
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Was really excited to go along and vote with my 16 year old
#firsttimevoter
till he told us he was going with his pals๐คฃ๐โค๏ธ
#SE21
#vote
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Wee shout out to all the children and young people supporting working parents just now. The dishes washed and both parents had tea and a delicious toastie delivered to our โofficesโ . In the midst of all the loss and change young people continue to be awesome! ๐โค๏ธ
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A young mum of 3 children said this to
@children1st
today. โItโs so reassuring to know that you are calling, it feels like someone is looking out for us, you are our lifeline. Although there are a lot of people involved in our lives we havenโt heard from anyone else โ
#beingthere
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Is adversity in childhood the biggest unaddressed threat to public health?- alongside poverty, YES! Need all communities and agencies to work together to raise awareness, focus on prevention in policy / practice and help with recovery
@ACEAwareNation
@children1st
@suzannezeedyk
Two-thirds of the population have had at least one โadverse childhood experienceโ. Those with four or more are most at risk of serious effects on their health, writes Scotlandโs Chief Medical Officer
@CathCalderwood1
.
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New Glasgow food van aims to help 350 kids a day | Glasgow Times. An example of a speedy and agile response from another great charity !! Great work
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Been having one of those weeks .. full of doubts, worried its not good enough etc etc and then this arrives in the post - so im sharing this in case anyone else needs a reminder. We are indeed, each and every one of us, Amazing !
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We are dealing with so many families in complete distress. Itโs heart breaking. So much need for practical and emotional support. Buying and delivering food, getting phones and survival packs together for families and listening to childrenโs fears
@children1st
#beingthere
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This is ridiculous framing - the problem is not free bus travel - the problem is a lack of connection; hope, inequality and poverty and would be solved by some sensible investment in youth work!
There is growing concern among local councillors and community campaigners across Scotland that the scheme could also be behind a rise in youth crime
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Scotland our children and young people are amazing! Iโve been on a few marches in my time and this was one of the best! A privilege to walk alongside these young people
@children1st
#ClimateStrike
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When can we nominate
@MarcusRashford
for the children's rights champion of the year? โค๏ธ
@children1st
#FreeSchoolMeals
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Families struggling earlier and even more deeply this lockdown compared with last. Only week 2 of home learning + already hearing that for manychildren and families the pressure is just too much. Please stick to all the rules so we can get children safely in school ASAP
#COVID19
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That was an incredible day . So much inspiration and learning . Need a month to digest it all . Thank you to
@suzannezeedyk
and
@paulinescott222
generations of children will be grateful for your efforts!
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Proud and grateful doesn't come close to describing how our team and partners feel about achieving this dream to make things better for children who need care, safety and support. Massive thank you to every single player
@PostcodeLottery
who really do make big dreams come trueโค๏ธ
Thanks the incredible
#PostcodeLotteryPeople
& with
@VSScotland
@EdinburghUni
@Childrenengland
we will soon open Scotlandโs 1st Bairns Hoose, transforming protection, care, justice & recovery for children. ๐
#Bairnshoose
@PROMISEBarnahus
@PostcodeLottery
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Leadership is hard at the best of times, even harder through chaos and uncertainty. What a privilege to spend time with
@children1st
leaders. Courage to be vulnerable, drive to resolve complex issues, compassion and total willingness to be โall inโ for children and each other
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"Growing evidence that sharing / giving power to communities is the best way to tackle inequalities- look at assets and knowledge of those affected . This knowledge is a super power " ๐๐๐
@BenjaminPerks
#AceAwareNation
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Wow! trying to navigate local authority elderly and adult social care is quite the frustrating and exhausting challenge! How did it become so complex and exclusively built around the agencies needs and how on earth do we redesign with the people who need it at the centre?
#care
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