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Stay informed with the latest from Kids Matter. From news and insights to larger topics of conversation including parenting, poverty and anything affecting the wellbeing of children and families.
Crafting a meaningful November
From family schedules to vision nights, Jess, Executive Assistant at Kids Matter, plans a meaningful November.
Register as a Warm Welcome Space: Join the movement!
The Warm Welcome Campaign aims to create spaces where everyone in the UK can experience belonging, connection, and support. We invite our partners to join this effort by registering as Warm Welcome Spaces, becoming beacons of hope and community for those in need.
How a 21.6 mile journey mirrors the heart of Kids Matter
Libby, Support Coach at Kids Matter, thinks about the Great River Race as a powerful metaphor for the journey parents and carers take through our …
New beginnings
After the whirlwind of the summer holidays filled with laughter, lazy mornings, too much ice cream, numerous challenges, and the occasional scramble for activities… September is here!
How poverty fuels mental health challenges in children
A new report explores the direct link between poverty and mental health challenges, advocating for community-based mental health support in a struggling system.
Navigating the summer holidays as a parent
Working a lot with families, I know how much easier it is to help them think about and address some of their challenges, than it is for me to deal with the challenges in my own family – especially over the holidays.
Kids Matter to row in the Great River Race for a second year!
Kids Matter is excited to announce that we will be participating in the Great River Race for the second year running, and we have a full team of enthusiastic rowers ready to raise funds to support our vision to see every child in need raised in a strong family.
Finding harmony in diversity: how C-me enhances teamwork
Kids Matter is a remote-first organisation, with most collaborations and decisions taking place across a screen. Whilst remote working has allowed us flexibility in hiring and operations, it does come with its challenges and C-me Colour Profiling is one of the tools we use to help us work more efficiently and empathetically with one another.
The impact of the Warm Welcome Campaign: Building a stronger community together
The Warm Welcome Campaign is fostering local connections and providing essential support across the UK, partnering with organisations like Kids Matter to create inclusive community spaces.
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A note from Aaron, our new Support Coach
Read more: A note from Aaron, our new Support CoachMeet Aaron. He recently joined the Kids Matter team as a Support Coach, and is keen to encourage facilitators in all aspects of running programmes in their communities. he loves the outdoors, owns the best dog in the world and has even published a poetry book, “Being Still – A Quiet Revolution.”
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The Power of play
Read more: The Power of playAt St Luke’s, we’ve integrated play into our Families Ministry through the Kids Matter programme, which has engaged hundreds of local families. Recently, we’ve received funding from LEGO and Save the Children to run a summer of play sessions as part of the global research project, The Power of Play, where we’ll collaborate with 10…
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Blue Sky Fostering raises money for Kids Matter
Read more: Blue Sky Fostering raises money for Kids MatterLast weekend, a gutsy team of staff, foster carers and young people from Blue Sky Fostering took part in the Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge to raise money for Kids Matter.
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Katie is cycling 100 miles for Kids Matter…again!
Read more: Katie is cycling 100 miles for Kids Matter…again!Katie talks us through the highs and lows of long-distance cycling, and shares what motivates her to keep going when it’s tough!