Step UP Step Down is an initiative run by The Fostering Network to support families on the edge of care. Read More
Ethnic and religious inequalities in children’s social services in Wales: Patterns and outcomes
This study aims to investigate patterns and trends of ethnic and religious inequalities in children’s social services in Wales. Read More
The impact of regulation and registration on the residential childcare workforce: comparing England and Wales.
Overview The registration and regulation of such staff has the potential to have an impact not only on registrants, but also on the lives of those who use their services. However, there is a lack of research that explores whether these aspirations are realised. Devolution has also seen significant divergence between the nations of the… Read More
The impact of regulation and registration on the residential childcare workforce: comparing England and Wales.
Overview The aim is to explore the impact of registration of the residential childcare workforce. The objectives are: To develop a programme theory for registration and regulation of residential childcare workers, elements of which will then be explored through other strands of the study. To provide an analysis of how the registration and regulation process… Read More
ASPIRE
This is a project to look at the educational needs of children in Wales with a parent in prison, with the aim being to create a model of good practice. Read More
Police in Schools
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Returning Home from Care
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ECSWR 2023 – Milan trip
Even though summer is approaching, the memories of Easter are still fresh in my mind. In April, I attended the ECSWR (European Conference for Social Work Research) 2023 in Milan with a group of researchers from CASCADE, including Donald, Jonathan, Alyson, Clive, Sophie, Melissa, and myself. We all actively participated in the conference, with Donald… Read More
Understanding how advocacy services support care-experienced young people to participate in decision-making.
Research suggests that involving young people in decision-making can boost their confidence and self-worth. But despite legal provisions, they often lack meaningful opportunities to participate in care-planning meetings. The Independent Review of Children’s Social Care recommends investing in advocacy services to empower young people and address power imbalances. However, more research is needed to understand the impact of advocacy services on care-experienced youth. Read More
Child Well-being Study
Understanding the Subjective Well-Being of Younger Children Looked After in Wales: A Qualitative Study Designed with Children in Care using Creative Methodologies Read More