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We are pleased to be supporting this exciting and innovative project, along with BBC Children in Need an Impact on Urban Health. Delivered by The Children's Society, Children First and MACS Supporting Children & Young People, the Space to Grow programme will seek to address the mental health crisis in children and young people, and aims to change lives across the UK. By focussing on early intervention and prevention, and improving the support systems available, young people will be able to access practical, timely help when they need it most.

The Renovate the Public Hearing Initiative (RPHI) recently released two new video projects. The team worked with Uytae Lee of About Here videos to produce The Problem with Public Hearings, an exploration of the pros, cons and pitfalls of public hearings and how we can better involve the public in land use decisions: https://lnkd.in/gjYbrVz5 One innovative alternative is explored in the Voices of Gibsons Residents film. This short documentary shares the story of the Town of Gibsons Residents Assembly, a groundbreaking community assembly that offers a new model for land use and community planning based on meaningful, upstreamed public engagement: https://lnkd.in/gE8cQR-e

Every childhood is special. It’s a time to learn and grow, to make friends, to discover. But there are challenges, big and small. From bullying and racism at school, to abuse, to problems at home, the pressures can quickly start to build up.    Through Space to grow we, Children First, and MACS are working in partnership to encourage innovative solutions for targeted early support and build a body of evidence that we can use, as a sector, to improve the systems around young people so that they can get the right support at the right time.    Space to grow is made possible by our incredible funding partners: BBC Children in Need, The Health Foundation, and Impact on Urban Health.  Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e-Ff2mNe

Public engagement professionals: Want to learn more about citizens' assemblies as a dialogue-based approach to engaging communities? Join IAP2 - BC & Yukon Chapter for a Lunch and Learn next week!

Our world isn't designed with sight loss in mind, which is why 9 in 10 blind or partially sighted people need some assistance to make an unfamiliar journey. Even though many people want to help someone with sight loss, they often don't know where to start. RNIB's latest campaign aims to change that, and educate the nation on how best to help with their Be Helpful guide, download here: https://lnkd.in/eYhvUiXW All aspects of the campaign are co-created with people from the blind and partially sighted community, with a playful, approachable tone to bring their personalities to life. ➡️ Read more about our work here: https://lnkd.in/eG9YAapg

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Here's the latest. See what you think. "The Alliance, as we call it, is a set of principles and practices that identifies and involves various sectors in the community that serve or touch the SUD population. Through structured gatherings of these sectors the Alliance helps to identify gaps in understanding and gaps in practice – toward forming working groups that build better practices across otherwise siloed and specialized sectors." Tom Edwards Lizzy Toler, CPSS https://lnkd.in/ev_9QUbd

Are you skeptical or struggling to engage with the National Preparatory Process in the context of the EVAC Ministerial Conference? Do you want to support local CSOs but are unsure how to go about it? Register for tomorrow's (Tuesday) EVAC CSOs Forum Webinar and join the conversations with representatives from WHO, national CSOs, Save the Children, SOS Children’s Village, and World Vision International. CSO Forum to End Violence Against Children; The Alliance for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action; Global SDG Network; #childprotection.

Recognizing service providers’ need for evidence-based information to help gender-diverse youth and their families, PolicyWise for Children & Families' latest initiative is sharing research and resources. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/4id6rvR

Dive into our latest blog post: "Unlocking Success: The Importance of an Association Management Company for Your Association" In the fast-paced world of business, managing an association requires a strategic approach. Associations are vital hubs for networking, professional development, and advocacy. However, the administrative tasks can be overwhelming, diverting focus from crucial goals. Discover how an Association Management Company can be your ally in navigating these challenges! https://bit.ly/49YKfRH