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Parenting can be tough, and you don’t have to do it alone. The Parenting Support Project is helping families feel calmer, more connected, and more confident at home. “This programme gave me confidence, and helped my child behave better,” shared a parent from Brent. 💬 Delivered by us with the Ending Youth Violence Lab, it offers real tools, real support for families in Barking, Dagenham, Brent and Tower Hamlets, and an £80 thank-you for your time. Applications close 31st October. Don’t miss your chance to make a real difference for you and your child. Register your interest today by clicking the link in the comments.

Want to enter our prize draw? Here’s how👇 Barnardo’s and Wicked: For Good are joining forces, coming together for good. Help change lives for the better and enter now for your chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Wicked: For Good experience. You can enter: 📱Online: Choose your entry amount, add your details, and pay by card. Click here: https://brnw.ch/21wWFDZ ✉️ By post: Submit your postal entry within an envelope, or on a postcard, by the 17th October 2025 17:00. Good luck! See Wicked: For Good, only in cinemas November 21 18+, UK residents only. Terms and conditions apply. #WickedForGood

A child going to school hungry. A child too cold to sleep. A child whose potential is slipping away. This is the reality for thousands of children in the UK right now. Nearly one in three children live in poverty, facing cold homes, empty plates, and missed opportunities. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Together, we can call on the government to urgently lift the two-child limit and benefits cap in full. Every child deserves warmth, food, and hope, not hardship. 👉 Will you help us make it happen? Write to your MP today by clicking the link in the comments. #EndChildPoverty #SocialImpact #ChildhoodMatters

"Violence against children is unacceptable. So how can it be right that children have less legal protection from assault than adults?” Said our Chief Executive, Lynn Perry. Yesterday, we joined NSPCC and Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) campaigners and public figures, including Jim Chapman, Fay Greaves and Samantha Morton, to deliver a clear message to Downing Street: end physical punishment of children in England. Over 65 countries, including Wales and Scotland, already protect children in law. England’s outdated “reasonable punishment” defence tells children that violence can correct behaviour. It can’t. With NSPCC data showing a 40% rise in adults worried about physical punishment, this is a pivotal moment. “Children need to grow up feeling safe and respected by the adults around them,” added Lynn Perry. The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill offers the chance for real change. ➡️ It’s time for the Prime Minister to act and ensure every child has the same protection from assault as adults.

We’re proud to co-chair the Pornography Coalition with CEASE UK, advocating for amendments to the Crime and Policing Bill that reflect key recommendations from Baroness Bertin’s independent review of pornography. The event was a huge success, generating lots of great peer engagement. Big thank you to Baroness Bertin for hosting such an important discussion in the House of Lords, and to our speakers:   ▶️ Matt Tindall (BBFC) ▶️ Professor Clare McGlynn (Durham University) ▶️ Deborah Denis (Lucy Faithfull Foundation) ▶️ Elle Davies (Children’s Commissioner’s Office)   for sharing powerful insights into the harms of online pornography and the urgent need for regulation. #OnlineSafety #ChildProtection #CrimeAndPolicingBill

We love seeing young people front and centre in campaigns like this!✨ Two of our Co-op and Barnardo’s Youth Advisory Group members, Becca and Ola, are the proud faces of MOJU new campaign! Pick up a MOJU shot in Co-op stores and scan your membership card to support 1 million young people across the UK with a shot at a positive future 👏   The Youth Advisory Group supports every aspect of our partnership with Co-op - Seeing Becca & Ola leading the way is exactly what it's all about.

We’re thrilled to celebrate the incredible achievement of our challenge team! 14 colleagues from Adecco and Leeds Building Society, successfully took on the Mount Toubkal trek in Morocco last month.    The team set off on the 18th of September, returning on the 23rd, conquering North Africa’s highest peak at 4,167m above sea level.    Together, they raised over £30,000 - an extraordinary effort that will make a lasting difference for children and families across the UK.    This challenge was more than a climb; it was a powerful display of teamwork, determination, and compassion. We’re so proud of everyone who took part and grateful to all who supported them on their journey.    #MountToubkal #LeedsBuildingSociety #Adecco 

Mental health: Is it easier or harder for young people to talk about today? Doreen and Becca share their personal experiences, what’s changed for the better, what still needs work, and their advice for others navigating mental health conversations 💚 Mental health affects everyone. It’s something we all need to care for, but we know that opening up isn’t always easy. That’s why conversations like this matter. Support for parents/carers 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wWvsR Support for young people 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wWvsQ #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthAwareness #YouthVoice

Safeguarding children isn’t just a duty, it’s a commitment to their safety, wellbeing, and future. For professionals, safeguarding goes beyond reacting to harm, and it can be really challenging for organisations. It’s about creating safe environments, spotting risks early, and giving every child the best chance to thrive. That’s why we now offer seven online, live facilitated safeguarding training courses, designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to put children’s safety first. We also offer safeguarding consultancy support including audits, reviews and independent supervision. Find out more in the comments.

Parenting can feel like a juggling act, especially when work, family life, and everything in between all demand our attention. That’s why we’re delighted to launch the Barnardo’s Virtual Family Space (VFS) in Croydon: a new online programme offering parents and carers the chance to connect, learn, and feel supported. Between October 2025 and March 2026, we’ll be running free virtual workshops on everyday parenting topics, from potty training and childhood illnesses to sleep and child development. Sessions are designed to fit around busy schedules, with day, evening, and weekend options. If you’re a parent, carer, or professional supporting families, this could be a valuable resource to share. Together, we can make sure families feel safe, supported, and confident. Book your spot by clicking the link in the comments.