If you're wondering how to explain Truth & Lies at interview or at court, we've got some tips for you here: triangle.org.uk/page/truth-lie… #TruthandLies #ABEInterview #ChildrenInCourt #Intermediaries

Competent child interviewers must ‘listen on all channels', not just listening to what is being said, but closely observing and responding to what the child does; their facial expressions, gestures, behaviour. ow.ly/NzXk50Eufuv #AchievingTheBestEvidence #ChildInterview

Ruth Marchant's chapter on 'Opening Doors' is in the 3rd edition of 'The Child's World'. This chapter gives practical guidance for professionals when a child or young person might be showing or telling that they are at risk of harm. #Books #RuthMarchant #OpeningDoors

“Even though it was a few years ago, Diane has really stuck in my mind ever since. She was absolutely fabulous and we would love to work with her again” #FabFeedback #WhatWeDo #Children #ChildServices #ChildCenteredCommunication #GiveTheBestEvidence

"Her assistance was absolutely vital on this occasion. The client had a number of issues and Mimi was exemplary in her approach, putting him at his ease, talking in language he could understand and translating what I was saying. She has a real skill with words." #FabFeedback

"We were extremely grateful for the assistance of Frances and Mimi. Frances has gone above and beyond to assist us with complications, and we both very much appreciate it. We couldn’t have done it this week without her. Please pass on our huge thanks to her. " #FabFeedback

"Protected is to be a candle protected from the wind." This image was created by one of Triangle's Young Associates. #ChildProtection #KeepChildrenSafe #ChildRights #HappyFriday #ChildrensDrawings

Triangle are very proud of the amazing late Dr Ruth Marchant who authored "Opening doors: suggested practice for medical professionals for when a child might be close to telling about abuse" Read it here: triangle.org.uk/files/Publicat… #OpeningDoors #RuthMarchant #Safeguarding

Opening Doors: Ruth worked with several members of the team to create series of ten profession specific papers designed to give positive guidance that enables adults to respond confidently and carefully to concerns. ow.ly/kakC50ExOu0 #RememberingRuth #DrRuthMarchant

"Ruth was one of the best known and most influential witness intermediaries. Her innovative and sensitive approach was extraordinary." Dr Penny Cooper. Read about Ruth's extra special measures here: triangle.org.uk/files/2017-06/… #RememberingRuth #DrRuthMarchant #Intermediaries

'Emotion Soup Meltdown' The weekend is just around the corner! #HappyFriday #ChildrensDrawings #MentalHealth #Emotions

📢 Minister Roderic O’Gorman TD launches the Comhairle na nÓg Five Year Development Plan and announces increase in Comhairle na nÓg Development Fund. 📰 bit.ly/3hqVv0y

We’re glad to see schools make mental health a priority over the summer, instead of adding pressure on pupils to "catch up" academically. theguardian.com/education/2021…

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Watch this space for news of our new Live Link facility coming soon - a new way that children and young people can communicate safely. #communicationmattersmost #virtualcommunication

My very talented and amazing kickstart peer researchers are exploring the challenges experienced by young people with ADHD in accessing employment. They are particularly interesting in hearing from minoritised young people. I'd appreciate if people could like/retweet/share

Tusla has developed an eLearning programme to support Early Years professionals to meet the requirements of the Child Care Act. It's free and available to anyone working in the sector. Find out more here: tusla.ie/services/presc…

🧡 Every child has a voice - and every child’s voice is brave enough, strong enough, and smart enough to be heard. #KidsCanTell

At Triangle, we place huge importance on child communication, and our child centred therapies (psychotherapy, occupational..) play a huge part in this. Follow this link for more details where you can also meet our therapy team: ow.ly/IqmH50FTkPp

**New Training dates released** for our Forensic Questioning of Children programme. Dates available from January 2022, please visit triangle.org.uk/page/fqc-devel… for more information