Burgers and coats: county lines gangs exploit hardship to recruit UK kids theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/d…

South Lambeth estate resident? Reminder that you can join us today for some festive food and to find out more about the next phase of building #newhomes. Come along to Wimborne House community hall until 7.30pm, fun activities for the kids available too!

LBC: Four in hospital fighting for their lives after being 'crushed' outside Brixton O2 Academy. lbc.co.uk/news/four-in-h… via Google News

We dedicate our lives to fostering. So why are we treated with such disdain? | Sarah Anderson | The Guardian. Article from 2017 yet little has changed in 2022 theguardian.com/commentisfree/…

Brilliant to see Lambeth Council launch a new Community Solutions hub on the website – connecting our residents to important information and guidance on local services and support all in one place lambeth.gov.uk/community-solu…

"Am I standing on my head? Or, is the world upside down?" (Self portrait) c1949 Franciszka Themerson #HappyNewYear2023 #Themerson

In 2021-22, there were 54,620 placement changes in England, an average of 150 per day, underscoring the instability and insecurity vulnerable young people face. #CareCrisis theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/j…

Please share with any care experienced people (aged 18-30) who may be interested: Deadline 8th January! Care leavers internship scheme for 12 month paid appointment in civil service UK Government departments and agencies civil-service-careers.gov.uk/civil-service-…

I need 20 people who live, work or study in Lambeth Borough to sign a deputation request form so I can speak at the council on care experience. Is anyone based in Lambeth that can help me with this?

Do you have a baby 👶 aged 0-6 months? You might like to join us next week for baby massage 💆‍♂️ with Tasha! See flyer below for more info and to book. 👇🏽😊🧡

8.2% of Lambeth residents over 16 identify as LGB+. This gives Lambeth the second highest LGB+ population in the country!!

1. Hi, this is Sue again, Ian’s funeral will be held on January 31st @ 11 am. Anybody wishing to join us to remember Ian, is asked to message me (Sue Dickson 💙) or Karen, (Karen) directly for full details, as we don’t wish to post these on social media. />>

In school aged children, cow’s milk is now the most common single cause of fatal anaphylaxis, responsible for 26% of deaths due to severe food allergy. Yet cow’s milk is still promoted in schools across the country. Why? bmj.com/content/372/bm…

fosterwiki.com/half-of-the-fo…

I like the idea of this support initiative but find the name, Adoptables, rather problematic, anyone else? coram.org.uk/supporting-you…

Sometimes scandals happen over decades rather than in news moments. There are now more children in care than ever, removed from their families; yet children are still dying. My book #BehindClosedDoors explains why and dares to hope for a better future. Paperback is out today

Free making soap workshop for 6 weeks from 17th Jan See flyer below. #free #communities #support

23 February 3.30pm, now Booking #Free

Ian dedicated his life to improving the lives of children in care and ensuring the care experienced community were heard. An inspiration whose work will not be forgotten. I'm pleased the Minister promised to look into the @Careexpcon recommendations. RIP my friend Remembering Ian Dickson💚