This year, Foundations is taking its message of evidence-based policy and practice to Labour Party Conference – shining a light on the value of early intervention and prevention for vulnerable children and families.
Join us in Liverpool for our series of events on children’s social care, family support, and why knowing ‘what works’ is essential for a mission-driven government.
Daring to Care: Ambitions for children’s social care
Monday 23 September | 10:00-11:00
Speakers:
- Janet Daby MP, Minister for Children & Families
- Dr Jo Casebourne, Chief Executive, Foundations
- Cathy Ashley OBE, Chief Executive, Family Rights Group (FRG)
- Melanie Onn MP, Chair, Kinship Care APPG
This event will be chaired by Anne Longfield CBE, Executive Chair of the Centre for Young Lives and former children’s commissioner for England.
This event is in partnership with the Centre for Young Lives and Family Rights Group.
Building the Foundations: The future of family support and early help
Tuesday 24 September | 12:45-13:45
Speakers:
- Helen Hayes MP, Chair, Education Select Committee
- Donna Molloy OBE, Deputy Chief Executive, Foundations
- Anna Feuchtwang, Chief Executive, National Children’s Bureau
- Louise Bazalgette, Deputy Director – Fairer Start Mission, Nesta
- Anne Longfield CBE, Executive Chair of the Centre for Young Lives and former children’s commissioner
This event will be chaired by Lucy Burns, Head of Communications & Public Affairs at Foundations – What Works Centre for Children & Families.
What Works for children & families, education & employment
Tuesday 24 September | 16:15-17:30
With Lord Blunkett, former Education Secretary, and Baroness Smith, Leader of the House of Lords.
This reception will take place following Sir Keir Starmer’s first conference speech as Prime Minister and is in partnership with Youth Futures Foundation and City&Guilds. Refreshments will be provided.
Please note: Our events are being held inside the secure zone, a security pass issued by the Labour Party is required to attend.
