SPEAK UP Service

01/10/2026

💙 Stigma or superpower?

Our next From Care to Command session is an opportunity to explore what being a care leaver means to us – and how it can shape the way we see ourselves.

We’ll look beyond the stereotypes, uncover some of the strengths that can come from care experience and focus on reframing our perceptions.

Sign up: https://buff.ly/7gDkzne

25/09/2026

The Children's Commissioner for England, Rachel de Souza, is asking young people up to the age of 18 to take part in their Big Future survey. It's your chance to nationally have your say about your communities and what your biggest hopes and concerns are for them and your future. She also wants to find out what you think makes a good childhood.

It takes just 5 minutes to have your say 💬🔊

Please take a few minutes to take our survey.

28/08/2026

We had some amazing entries in the "design a football kit" at the celebration event, it was that tough that there had to be 2 winners!!

Well done to you all
Huge thanks to Cllr Bob Webb for having the tough job of picking the winners!

York City Football Club Foundation

27/08/2026

A few weeks ago we held our 4th Speak up and celebrate event at the LNER Community Stadium.

It was an incredible day bringing everyone together to celebrate the achievements of York's Care Experienced young people.

A huge thank you to everyone who supported the day and made it such a huge success:

To all the young people who helped plan and present on the day - you are amazing !!
York City Football Club Foundation you are all fantastic
Steve D York City FC as always your tour was a huge hit

More insights of the event to follow.....

08/08/2026

Our place [ York's care leavers hub] timetable June - September 2026.

24/07/2026

We are so looking forward to this years "Speak Up and Celebrate " event.

The celebration event is an opportunity for everyone (children and young people in care , care leavers, carers and invited professionals) to come together to celebrate the achievements of care experienced young people from York. 🤩

Invites have been sent but if you haven't received yours please send us a message or speak to your Social Worker or Pathway Worker.

23/06/2026

HEALTH DROP IN ❗️

Tomorrow there is a heath drop in for children in care and care leavers [aged 16+].

🕓 4pm - 6pm
📍 "Our place" - York's Care Leavers Hub

🟣For details of the location please speak to your Pathway Worker , Social Worker or a member of the speak up team.

16/06/2026

Theres lots of activities and events over summer for young people across York.

York Youth Festival

📅 wednesday 22nd July
⏰️2pm - 5pm
📍Rowntree Park

A free event for young people aged 11-18

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Free event for 11 - 18 year olds.

20/05/2026

What a fantastic footy session ⚽️ sports really do bring people together!

Huge thanks to Jorvik City for running the session 💛

15/05/2026

Excited to be a part of this recruitment event!

If you are a social worker or alternatively qualified and want to make a difference to children and families why not book a place and hear all about why working in York is such a fantastic place!

To book your place at this relaxed, social event, visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../building-brighter

Building Brighter Futures Recruitment and Information event: York

Come and find out more about existing and forthcoming opportunities in our Outstanding children’s services teams at our event on Thursday 21 May, from 5.30 – 7pm at West Offices, Station Rise, York.

As we move ahead with the Families First for Children Reforms in York, we are expanding our team and looking for passionate people who want to make a real difference to children and young people and their families.

If you are a social worker or alternatively qualified and want to make a difference to children and families come and join us at our recruitment event to learn more about the opportunities and how you can be part of shaping the future in York.

The event is a chance to learn more about how we are implementing the Families First Programme through Family Help and Multi-Agency Child Protection Teams, our values, and how you can join us in driving positive change for families in our community.

You’ll hear about upcoming opportunities, meet members of the team, and discover how your skills and passion can contribute to meaningful, family centred support, as well as how you could expect to be supported through assistive technology, manageable caseloads, high quality training and supportive supervision.

To book your place at this relaxed, social event, visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/building-brighter-futures-recruitment-and-information-eventyork-tickets-1988817730369?aff=oddtdtcreator