Keeping Children Safe, Healthy and Happy

Understanding the implications of the new Children and Young People (Scotland) Act 2014

Bemis Scotland is working in partnership with GCVS’ Everyone’s Children project to deliver a workshop exploring the changes to the legislative framework around children in Scotland with a particular focus on understanding the “Getting It Right For Every Child” approach (GIRFEC). It will provide a platform for community practitioners and parents to share their experiences and enable community practitioners to provide a better informed service for families. (For more information click here)

Who is it for?

This workshop is designed for community practitioners involved in supporting ethnic minority families, parents from ethnic minorities are also welcome to attend.

What will is cover?

By the end of the workshop participants will be able to

• Describe the legislative framework around children in Scotland and signpost parents to relevant information and services.
• Identify the core components of GIRFEC and explain how it is applied in practice.
• Explain the implications of the GIRFEC approach in safeguarding children.

To book a place email judy.wasige@bemis.org.uk or phone 0141 548 8047

This workshop is funded by the Scottish Government