“Being awake and aware of my own prejudices and behaviours as well as welcoming and celebrating diversity and making room for it is where I want to get to personally and in my role as Executive Director of Kids Matter, a charity that says it exists to see every child in need raised in a strong family.”
Change starts with us: overcoming racial barriers in the workplace Read More »
What makes Babies Matter unlike many other traditional ante/postnatal support is that the emphasis isn’t just on how to look after a baby but rather takes a bigger picture look at the factors that will influence outcomes for that child, including parental wellbeing and the relationship between those actively involved in parenting.
Why focusing on parental wellbeing in the first 1001 days can improve a child’s outcomes Read More »
We know that people are motivated to be the best they can be when they are connected, confident, valued and motivated. All our processes and technologies, as well as our team culture, enable us to connect with our strengths, cope under pressure and meet challenges head on.
How to stay connected when working remotely Read More »
Research shows that if you’ve experienced prolonged periods of stress, your ability to deal with everyday events can be impacted. Hypervigilance can lead to a mismatched response in a safe environment because our brains are struggling to work out if someone is safe, dangerous or life threatening.
How to make your ‘warm space’ accessible to all Read More »
They say it takes a village to raise a child…not just one or two parents. If the entire community takes part in raising children (through support, friendship and empathy), parents will feel less isolated, less stressed, and happier, enabling mums and dads to invest in relationships with their children, in spite of their circumstances.
Pre- and post-natal support for mums more critical than ever Read More »
Living in times of crisis can shake us to our core, but there is also a chance for humanity to radiate the best parts of its nature – to be creative, compassionate and generous. What better time than now?
How cost of living impacts parenting Read More »
Having a stable and supportive family, whatever form that takes, can determine a child’s future success. Children with happy families do better in their exams, go on to get better jobs, and have higher hourly income at the age of 25. Family can insulate us from life’s adversity and challenges.
How building a strong family reduces the impact of poverty Read More »
Many of our Kids Matter families will be waving goodbye to their children as they start the new school year amidst the stress of mounting financial pressure. We need hope and to focus on what can help.
Hope amidst the cost of living crisis Read More »
It’s one thing seeing hunger on the street or knowing it’s across the road in that house over there but what does hunger – real, raw hunger – feel like?
Food Insecurity: What does it mean to be hungry? Read More »
Meaningful family ties are vital for preventing prisoner reoffending (reoffending rates are 39% lower for a prisoner who receives visits from a partner or family member during their sentence than for a prisoner who does not receive such visits).
Putting families at the heart of the criminal justice system Read More »
