In February 2020 the findings of the Independent Care Review were published, reaching conclusions about the way in which Scotland must change the way it cares for its children. A number of these were specific to children in conflict with the law – or who are at risk of being so.
Almost two years on, CYCJ hosted a webinar on December 8, 2021, asking what The Promise means for these children, what progress has been made, and what role practitioners can play in improving the way Scotland treats its children.
Speakers were Brian Houston, the newly appointed Head of Support at The Promise Scotland; Ross Gibson, Practice Development Advisor at CYCJ; and David Orr, Social Work Team Leader at Edinburgh City Council and representing the Scottish Association of Social Workers.
The audience of practitioners and social workers then took part in discussion focused on three questions:
• What impact is The Promise having in your area?
• What challenges do you face in achieving these ambitions?
• What support do you need in order to achieve this?
Relevant reading
View slides from Ross Gibson’s presentation.
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