VCF Blog

VCF Blog

13/01/2025

VCF calls for meaningful measures in Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill

13 January 2025 VCF calls for meaningful measures in Children Wellbeing and Schools Bill  We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of Sara Sharif. As […]
10/01/2025

Does every child matter in 2025?

Does every child matter in 2025? “We advocate for the right of every child to be protected from abuse and to challenge crimes against children committed […]
16/12/2024

VCF statement following verdict into the tragic death of Sara Sharif

16 December 2024 VCF statement following the verdict into the tragic death of 10-year-old Sara Sharif at the hands of her father and stepmother  The inevitable […]
21/03/2024

The reality for children and families targeted by recent reforms

As the government ramps up efforts on its ‘Stable Homes, Built on Love’ reform guidance – in response to the ‘Children’s Social Care Review’ – selected […]
11/01/2024

Self development may be key to improving services for children

Self development may be key to improving services for children VCF – The Victoria Climbié Foundation UK is particularly concerned that too many statutory practitioners do […]
20/12/2023

2023: an unthinkable year for children and families nationally and internationally

20 December 2023 2023 left many facing the unthinkable! Seven years on from the UK referendum that brought immigration to the forefront of political debate, none […]
27/11/2023

The rights of the child are equally valid for children not in school

27 November 2023 Every child has the right to learn, play and thrive The current strategy and recent calls for schools to be considered a key […]
17/11/2023

Independent advocacy provides vital support for children

17 November 2023 Independent advocacy support offers hope to children, young people and families in need As an independent, legally based advocacy service for children, young […]