Reflections this Care Day
As we celebrate Care Day this year, it is a time to reflect on the strides made to improve the way that children in care are looked after across the country, and how much of this progress has been led by care experienced people themselves.
Care experienced people have been actively campaigning to improve the care system for as long as it has existed. They have played a central role in securing rights for other young people by sharing their experiences and raising levels of public awareness.
This April, many of their stories will be told through Free Loaves on Friday, an anthology written by more than 100 care experienced people and edited by Rebekah Pierre.
We are honored to have been involved, and chosen to receive half of the proceeds generated from the books sales so that we can continue to care for all children who need us.
We have also seen first-hand the power of care experienced people to make a difference through their involvement in conferences, parliamentary events, meetings with MPs, ministers and regulators. In the words of one passionate campaigner, “children in care are often underestimated”.
Equally, children and the professionals that care for them at the Together Trust have given their time generously to help shape our campaigning positions and consultation responses.
This Care Day, we have one strong call to action: let's ensure that every child in care is offered not just a place to stay, but a caring and loving environment that truly meets their needs.
- You can pre-order your copy of Free Loaves on Friday here
- Read more about our Keep Caring to 18 campaign here
Read our second blog in recognition of Care Day: What does care mean to children?.