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As part of Social Work England: Social Work Week (20-24 March 2023) - a programme of events from across the sector. The webinar examined how social workers write about children and young people. Care experienced adults report that reading their files can be hugely impactful for them. We discussed how language used when describing a child and their experiences can be interpreted at a later date.

Assessing social workers need to meet the statutory requirements as well as those of adoption panels. Applicants want to know that their "story" is represented fairly and accurately, and at the same time there is a duty to safeguard vulnerable children. This two-day course will equip participants with the knowledge and skills to conduct and manage the adoption assessment process so that the best outcomes are achieved for all.

Linked cases to the Somerset judgement have been delayed by the discovery that the issues are common in several local authorities and it is not yet clear how many children may be affected. While the President of the Family Division considers how they can be dealt with, the following recommendations have been made.

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We are delighted to welcome NationalFASD to talk to us about the current picture in Fetal Alchol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). This participatory session will cover some of the practical steps and strategies for social workers that work with children and families. We will also be looking at the national picture. Our presenter is Joanna Buckard, Director of Innovation, NationalFASD.

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CoramBAAF delivered a series of webinars in relation to diversity and adoption on behalf of Adoption England. These short webinars explore promising practice in adoption work in relation to issues of diversity.

CoramBAAF welcomes the publication of the Public Law Working Group adoption sub-group report. It contains a wealth of recommendations aimed at supporting the continued modernisation and adaptation of the adoption process.

Kinship Care Week (6-12 October 2025) is an opportunity to raise awareness about the amazing role that kinship carers play in children’s lives and society. Despite increased government and national awareness, many people do not understand what kinship care actually is.