Child's Voice

Discover Unlocking Children’s free Voice of the Child Template — a trauma-informed, child-friendly resource designed to help professionals capture children’s voice, wishes, feelings, and lived experiences in safeguarding and support work.

A powerful first-person story revealing what it feels like for neurodivergent girls to mask their true selves at school and in daily life. Written from a child’s perspective, this heartfelt piece invites adults to look deeper, listen with empathy, and see beyond the mask.

Written from the viewpoint of a young person, this powerful article challenges professionals to reflect on the importance of first interactions, consistency, and presence when working with children — showing how small actions can build (or break) trust.

Learn how to spot early warning signs of EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance) in pupils. Discover key indicators, differences from truancy, and practical strategies for school staff to support children before absence becomes entrenched.

Learn how to support traumatised children and young people when parents stay silent. Discover trauma-informed strategies, ethical insights, and multi-agency approaches.

Learn trauma-informed strategies for creating safe environments that help children and young people open up. Practical tips, expert insights, and best practices.

Learn how to support bereaved children and adolescents through effective social-emotional learning strategies. Practical tips, expert insights & resources.

Discover practical steps to support and protect children after abuse disclosures. Read our comprehensive UK-based guide.

Support SEL with this creative All About Me Collage activity. Boost children's self-awareness, emotional expression, resilience, and classroom connection.

Children’s rights are a fundamental part of human rights, and with your support, we can create a world where children are heard, valued and respected.