NI Commissioner for Children and Young People
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Chris Quinn is the NI Commissioner for children & young people. Safeguarding and promoting the rights and best interests of children and young people.
Equality House, Belfast
Joined November 2010
As we reflect on this year’s #childrensmentalhealthweek, Commissioner @ChrisNICCY calls for urgent and sustained action from the @healthdpt and other statutory bodies to reform Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAHMS). Read Chris' blog -
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Commissioner @ChrisNICCY has expressed concerns over the current eligibility criteria for Free School Meals (FSMs). A recent report commissioned by NICCY reveals that 41% of children living in poverty are not eligible for FSMs. Read the full story -
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3/3 Sarah, a Year 11 student at Sperrin Integrated College and a former Anahorish pupil, talking about her educational journey, her role at NICCY, and the importance of "Know Yourself, Grow Yourself”, which is the key theme of @Place2Be’s #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek.
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Representatives from a number of organisations attending our Particpation Forum today in Equality House. On the agenda is updates from @ChrisNICCY, a presentation from @Education_NI in relation to their participation work and an open discussion for everyone.
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“We fully support the provision of support services for children and young people in the criminal justice system. “As was recommended by the Gillen Review, we must establish a Barnahus in NI to support child victims of sexual abuse.” ~ @ChrisNICCY
Naomi Long, @Justice_NI Minister, visits @VictimSupportNI as she launches free, independent legal support service for children and young people aged 17 & under who are victims of serious sexual offences. Read more:
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Statement from @ChrisNICCY on the publication of the (SEN) Reform Agenda and five-year Delivery Plan. @Education_NI @paulgivan @SENACNI @SENreformNI
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2/2 If you’d like more info on topics like Home, Education, Eating, Activities, Drugs, Sexual health, Suicide, and Safety, then check out some of the resources and services available to you in NI at the HEEADSSS website –
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2/2 @ChrisNICCY: “We recognise the challenges with education and are keen to advise on reform. We recognise the dedication of teaching and non-teaching staff. We value their voices on informing our work – and we will continue to engage with unions in the discharge of our duties.”
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RT @playboard_: Concerns grow over inequity in childcare support Urgent action is required to ensure the sustainability of the school-age…
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