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Read about our services, campaigns and the people we help, and get the latest on policies affecting children and young people

Boy sat down in a support appointment with a woman

How we support children's mental health

At Action for Children, we are committed to building children and young people’s emotional resilience to help them overcome challenges.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 20 June 2024
Family photo

The importance of short breaks services for children with disabilities

Short breaks services provide young people with disabilities the fun and enriching experiences that every child deserves. We want to ensure these children are heard.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 19 June 2024
Jacob with his Dell laptop smiling at the camera

How Dell Technologies is helping transform lives: Jacob's story

We've been working with Dell Technologies for the past 15 years to help transform the lives of vulnerable young people by providing them access to technology and help bridge the digital divide.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 14 June 2024
Woman holding up Stephenson Awards plaque in front of Action for Children banner

Celebrating success at the Stephenson Awards

Each year, in memory of Dr Stephenson's kindness, we celebrate the people who help us deliver safe and happy childhoods across the UK. We do this through our internal awards, The Stephenson Awards.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 12 June 2024
Smiling man embracing boy in bedroom. Happy father is looking away with son at home. They are spending leisure time

Father's Day charity gift ideas 2024: our top picks

Looking for a meaningful Father’s Day gift? Choose a charity gift that gives back, and support vulnerable children.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 12 June 2024
Jack McCann

How a life in foster care helped Jack achieve his dream

From a young age, both Jack’s parents struggled with addiction. But after his mum passed away when he was 14 years old, he decided to move into foster care. By doing so, he could ensure he got the life he wanted.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 11 June 2024
LGBTQ child

LGBTQ+ portrayal in the media

Are young people seeing themselves represented?

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 05 June 2024
LGBTQ+ flag

How to support children and young people with their gender identity

At Action for Children, we want to make sure that young people of all identities feel supported. Find out how you can too

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 03 June 2024
YA Parliament

What this election means for children like me

14-year-old Chan can’t vote in this election. But she has a message for our political parties.

Chan - an Action for Children Young Ambassador 31 May 2024
Foster carers Jim and Donna taking a selfie on a boat on a cloidy day

“I’ll remember my first fostering moment forever”: Donna’s journey

To mark the end of Foster Care Fortnight 2024, we spoke to one of our foster carers to reflect on this year's theme of ‘fostering moments’.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 24 May 2024
Sister Eluned Williams talking to a group of women

Sister Eluned Williams MBE: A life devoted to children

Sister Eluned Williams MBE passed away in 2024 and was one of our last-ever Methodist-ordained ‘Sisters of the Children’.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 23 May 2024
Group of children sitting and smiling fun

Why children must be at the heart of the next Government

The next UK general election must be held in the next 14 months. That's why, earlier this year, Action for Children joined with four of the UK's leading children's charities to speak together with one voice.

22 May 2024
Rachel, our young ambassador with Love Islander's Kai and Sanam

Love Island winners speak about the UK care system with one of our Young Ambassadors

Love Island winners, Kai and Sanam, spoke to our Young Ambassador, Rachel, about being a child in care and her thoughts on the UK care system.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 16 May 2024
Rachel young ambassador standing in front of Big Ben

Coping with mental health struggles as a child living in care: Rachel’s Story

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we're spotlighting our Young Ambassador, Rachel, who grew up in care and is using her voice to help children in the same system.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 16 May 2024
Raj and Amarjit outside the gates of Buckingham Palace at the Royal Garden Party

Action for Children staff attend the 2024 Royal Garden Party

This year, Raj and Amarjit from Birmingham Children's Community Centre were invited to attend the 2024 Royal Garden Party. Read about their day at Buckingham Palace and the amazing work that led them there.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 10 May 2024
Portrait of Angharad in blue t-shirt standing in the middle of a high street

“The future is good”: helping care experienced young people get the support they need

Like many children in care, Angharad's childhood had a huge impact on her mental health. But with support from Action for Children, she’s building a safer and happier future.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 26 April 2024
SchoolTeacherLegacy

How teachers go above and beyond to keep children learning

Our latest research shows that teachers are stepping in where other services for children are overburdened.

Daisy Elliott - Senior Policy Advisor 25 April 2024
London Marathon runner - Charlotte

On your marks, get set... meet our 2024 London Marathon runners

This weekend, runners from around the world will be travelling to take on the London Marathon. Ahead of the event, we're spotlighting just a couple of our wonderful runners taking on the 2024 London Marathon.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 18 April 2024
Group of people at Byte Night event. They are outside, Smiling and laughing and are surrounded by sleeping bags and umbrellas

Boycott your Bed: An interview with founder, Ken Deeks

Boycott your Bed, our annual fundraiser event, is set to return in 2024 to help raise vital funds for vulnerable children and young people.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 15 April 2024
Portrait of father and son hugging laughing in living room

Why you should leave a charity gift in your will

By leaving Action for Children a gift in your will you could help give children and young people across the UK a safe and happy childhood.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 05 April 2024