The latest DfE data confirms the school attendance crisis continues. Around 150,000 children are missing at least half their time in school. Next week our latest report with our partners Child of the North will put forward an evidence-based plan to tackle the problem.

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The YEF Toolkit highlights trauma-specific therapies as a way to reduce serious youth violence, showing a 45% reduction in crime and violence. However, this is based on limited studies. Key points if using this approach: ➡️ Invest in clinically-led therapies for at-risk children

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A report launched today by Child of the North - led by @n8research, @_henorth and Anne Longfield’s @Cfyounglives highlights how vulnerable children and those from disadvantaged areas, including England's North, are at higher risk of not being in school tinyurl.com/4sc7yzab

We’re delighted that Mark Mon-Williams University of Leeds, editor of our current report series, has been appointed Deputy Chair of Department for Education Science Advisory Council. It exemplifies our commitment to supporting the Government’s Opportunity Mission. leeds.ac.uk/news-1/news/ar…

Don't place your life on a knife-edge! 🔪 Carrying a blade can only end one way for individuals, families and communities 🏘️ We're supporting the national week of action #OpSceptre to address the issues. Watch our film 📽️ and see👀 for yourself... youtube.com/watch?v=XO0vxz…

Holycroft Primary School it was great hearing all about the amazing 🤩 work that you have put in with your Commando Joe's fully funded programme Bradford SAFE Taskforce thank you 🙏 for sharing the fab case study and a massive shout out to Mr Taylor your passion and drive is infectious 🫡 #RESPECT

'It can't stay like this': Meet the North East families fighting child poverty by themselves bigissue.com/news/social-ju… Big Issue

Published today, a new Child of the North Centre for Young Lives report coordinated by Vulnerability & Policing Futures Research Centre researchers argues for a whole-child approach to childhood vulnerability that addresses children’s underlying vulnerabilities and disadvantages vulnerabilitypolicing.org.uk/news/new-repor…

This vital publication sheds light on the challenges and vulnerabilities facing children in Northern England. The Bradford SAFE Taskforce case study focuses on the impact of delivering interventions directly to children, within schools settings Exceed Academies Trust Child of the North

The 11th report in our year-long series with Child of the North published last week warns thousands of vulnerable children are at risk of criminal exploitation and urges Government to roll out its Young Futures programme in disadvantaged areas 👇 centreforyounglives.org.uk/news-centre/ch…

On Thursday the 12th of December, we will host a Child of the North Centre for Young Lives webinar addressing the crime and justice crisis. Speakers will present evidence, policy recommendations & case studies. No registration needed - Join here on 12/12 ➡️us06web.zoom.us/s/82168095948

:Sports...Oh No...Santa has crashed his sleigh and the presents are all scattered, but CJB has arrived with his jet sleigh and Holycroft Primary School Reception can help sort the presents Commando Joe's Bradford SAFE Taskforce

Great to see University of Leeds discussing the latest Child of the North and Centre for Young Lives report, which addresses childhood vulnerability, crime and justice. Read more here: leeds.ac.uk/main-index/new…

Please take note of our office and Family Hub opening hours over Xmas. Concerned about a child, call 0800 9530966 in office hours or online bit.ly/bcftportal In emergencies outside of office hours call 01274 431010 Child at immediate risk of harm, call the Police on 999.

🚀 The latest NPQLT Clinic was a great opportunity for collaboration amongst colleagues 🌟 Don't miss out on leveling up your skills. Apply for an NPQ today! ✏️📚 🗓️ Applications close *18th March 2025*! Register your interest 👉 forms.gridfox.com/wlDkjepdz4xJ #NPQs Ambition Institute

Green Heart Celebration Event for young people aged 13-25: Youth Action for Climate, Fri 14th Feb 1700-1930, Fountains Church in Bradford. ywt.org.uk/events/2025-02…

On Wednesday 2nd April we will host the Centre for Young Lives, Child of the North webinar discussing the latest Creativity, Culture and Opportunity report. No registration needed - join here on the 02/04 shorturl.at/3fUAv