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Know Your Rights
The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child is an important agreement by countries who have promised to protect children’s rights.
Safeguarding Children
Children and young person guide to working together to safeguard children
IRO Handbook
A guide about Independent Reviewing Officers (known as “IROs”). They have an important role in deciding what happens in your future.
Black Country Advocacy
Black Country Advocacy is an independent, confidential service for children and young people who are involved with social care.
Who's Who in Children's Services
A guide to the people you'll probably meet in children's services, if you are looked after or a care leaver.
Child Protection Conference
This explains what a Child Protection Conference is, how you are involved, and how you can influence the help you get.
Your Rights of Contact
Your rights to be heard when you are in contact with children’s services – a guide for children and young people in England.
Why Rights Matter
The UNCRC is at the centre of work to promote and protect the rights of England’s 12 million children and young people.