CoramBAAF Fostering Conference 2026: Fostering reform - The opportunities, challenges and realities

BOOK NOW

We are delighted to launch our early bird sale for the CoramBAAF Fostering Conference: Fostering Reform – the opportunities, challenges and realities.

As the government advances its latest fostering reforms, all fostering services are facing significant changes to policy, practice and guidance. Our theme for this year’s conference reflects the evolving national picture, covering the implications, and impact, of national reform on fostering practice across the country.

Join us for an engaging event designed to inform and connect fostering service professionals from across the country. You'll have the opportunity to get up to date on critical topics, gain valuable insight, share your perspective and be part of the conversation.

SPEAKERS

Chair

Hanan Al-Najjar, Foster Carer, and co-chair of CoramBAAF's Fostering Advisory Committee

Presenters

Helen Hayes, MP

Linda Briheim-Crookall, Head of Policy and Practice Development, Coram Voice

Care-experienced consultants, Coram Voice

Department for Education, representatives

Rebekah Pierre, Deputy Director, Article 39 and Author

Trevor Elliot MBE

More speakers TBA

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Understand fostering reform: learn about the latest changes in laws and government rules. Find out how they affect foster families and your daily work.
  • Apply evidence-based strategies in fostering practice: Develop approaches based on current research evidence to better support all foster families
  • Interpret and respond to sector wide developments: Navigate upcoming changes to fostering recruitment, service structure, and innovative models of fostering with confidence

WHY ATTEND?

  • Grow your network: Connect with social care professionals who share your passion for improving outcomes for children and families 
  • Improve your skills: Gain fresh insights to take your practice to the next level in supporting stability and well-being for foster families
  • Stay informed: Keep up with the latest policy, research, and developments in the fostering sector 

FEES 

Early bird discounts are applied at the checkout page. 

Early bird sale until 6 February 2026 23.59pm 

Full or associate CoramBAAF member £174.40 + £34.88 VAT - £209.28 

Individual CoramBAAF member £139.20 + £27.84 VAT - £167.04 

Non-member £244 + £48.80 VAT - £292.80 

Prices from 7 February 2026 00.00am 

Full or associate CoramBAAF member £218 + £43.60 VAT - Total £261.60  

Individual CoramBAAF member £174.00 + £34.80 VAT - Total £208.80  

Non-member £305 + £61 VAT - Total £366.00 

To ensure representation of all fostering services we are limiting sales to 3 tickets per organisation until 7 Feb.

CONTACT  

If you have special requirements please click the left hand bar at the checkout to let us know. Alternatively, contact us by email. 

Email events@corambaaf.org.uk  

 

£305.00