PCFSW Network @PCFSWNetwork
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The @PCFSWNetwork will no longer be active on X as of 1 September. Be sure to follow us on LinkedIn to keep up to date with the latest @PCFSWNetwork news and updates. ow.ly/QBph50T7cnV
"Many providers are delivering well-targed and appropriate support...But we are also encountering a worrying number of children who should not be in supported accommodation " #CareLeavers #socialcare @ADCStweets @PCFSWNetwork
In our new blog, @YvetteStanley18 gives an update on our registration of supported accommodation. It discusses who supported accommodation is for, and talks about next steps for us and for the sector. And it explains how to find out more. socialcareinspection.blog.gov.uk/2024/08/22/sup…
Chair of the ADCS Yorks & Humber regional group, @HullCCpauline, blogs for us this week on the looming financial cliff edge facing children's services adcs.org.uk/cliff-edges-sp…
The Rethinking domestic abuse in child protection (RDAC) project aims to improve the national response to domestic abuse and child protection. An open access event on 17 September will focus on the implications of the project findings for practice. ow.ly/2Us950SIVhe
This week we are launching our Research Community Catalyst, which is focused on Children at Risk of Poor Outcomes and funded by @ADR_UK & @FoundationsWW. More: buff.ly/3WAQS8w
In the latest #ADCS blog, 'More Parenting, Less Corporate', @HelenFergusson2 reflects on important messages from care experienced young people bit.ly/3WvMHuC
✍️ NEW BLOG - The King's Speech, what has been announced? Now that the new UK Government has set out its legislative plans for the year ahead, we take a closer look at its implications for social work practice. 🔗 Read our latest blog: new.basw.co.uk/articles/kings…
Tomorrow, Bridget Phillipson MP, new Secretary of State for Education, will announce her vision for education, children’s services and skills. If you are interested, register now! eventbrite.com/e/secretary-of…
A team dynamic promoting trust, collaboration, and solidarity, can help bolster the resilience and emotional regulation of staff. A new study by the @CRCF1 explores the key components needed to create a secure base team. ow.ly/OF0N50SxPhC
Find out more about @wayne_reid79's campaign to highlight racism within social work and what leaders and organisations can do to tackle discrimination. communitycare.co.uk/2024/07/04/way…
How George Floyd's murder inspired @BASW_UK's @wayne_reid79, social work's anti-racism 'visionary' #racism #socialwork communitycare.co.uk/2024/07/04/way…
Today's the day! Polling stations across the country are open today from 7am-10pm. Don’t forget to bring your photo ID or Voter Authority Certificate. Find your nearest polling station ⤵️ orlo.uk/l2xTd
Don't forget your photo ID to vote in tomorrow's general election! View guidance on photo ID requirements: researchinpractice.org.uk/all/news-views…
You need to bring photo ID to vote in person in the general election tomorrow. View @researchIP guidance, including requirements around photo ID. ow.ly/jS8v50SuyS6
Visit our #GeneralElection hub for the key priorities relevant to local government from parties' manifestos. You can also find useful election-related guidance for councils and candidates, including around voting and canvassing 👇 orlo.uk/Yp9z0
📰 NEWS | BASW England welcomes recommendations of independent evaluation of Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) with plan to develop & embed it further in practice. 🔗 Find out more: new.basw.co.uk/articles/basw-…
Hear findings from the Rethinking Domestic Abuse and Child Protection project in a series of open access @ResearchIP events for research, policy and practice. With @NuffieldFound @sheffielduni @HuddersfieldUni @KingstonUni @safelives_ @FutureMenUK
We're looking forward to seeing PSWs from across the @PCFSWNetwork and @AdultPSWNetwork at our upcoming online PSW conference on 10 July. Contact the PSW inbox to book your place.
What are the benefits of adopting a strengths-based and needs-led approach to assessment for disabled children and their families? A new open access briefing reports on work undertaken by @CDC_tweets. #LearningDisabilityWeek ow.ly/qYfs50SkSMC
Are you a social worker or social work student who believes everyone should have access to justice? Interested in joining our Direct work team of volunteers? Join our open volunteering info session on Sat 22nd June 10am-12pm to find out more: tinyurl.com/mv5fuf68 2/
New open access @researchIP resources for #LearningDisabilityWeek aim to support professionals working with disabled children, adults with learning disabilities and their families.
What can we do to improve support for disabled children, adults with learning disabilities and their families? For #LearningDisabilityWeek, new open access resources explore how we can ensure people with learning disabilities are seen, heard and valued. researchinpractice.org.uk/all/news-views…
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