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Our blog is a hub for news, views and analysis of what's happening in the looked after children sector here in Scotland, and further afield. You'll hear from our staff and guest bloggers on many topical issues where they'll be reflecting and sharing their policy, practice and research insights.

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Nov
03
2017

It ain’t what you do, it’s the way that you do it: how Active Implementation can bring about lasting change

Active Implementation - what it is, what it is not, and how it could help bring about lasting change to children's services.   Read More ...
Author : Alexander McTier

Oct
20
2017

Infants may not be able to speak but their voice is important

Linda Davidson discusses every child's need for sensitive and responsive care.   Read More ...
Author : Linda Davidson

Oct
09
2017

Let’s stop referring to children by acronyms

Dr Graham Connelly discusses the use of acronyms when talking about looked after children and children in care.   Read More ...
Topic : Education, Language
Author : Graham Connelly

Sep
13
2017

What you have to say about our Caring for Vulnerable Children MOOC

Course moderator Sarah Hume-Anthony gives a snapshot of the interactions on the CELCIS MOOC.   Read More ...

Aug
15
2017

I'm excited about a shindig and slice of cake

Charlie Gracie tells of a new creative writing comp for looked after children   Read More ...
Topic : Education
Author : Charlie Gracie

Jul
12
2017

Doctor Who and the care experienced new companion

Leanne Mattu, Research Associate at CELCIS, explores what Bill Potts’ character does and does not tell us about being in foster care   Read More ...
Topic : Foster care
Author : Leanne Mattu

Jul
06
2017

Mind the implementation gap: how child care can be improved globally

Dr Chrissie Gale, international lead for CELCIS, reflects on research which could help shape the drive for better alternative care for children in countries around the world.   Read More ...
Author : Chrissie Gale

Jun
27
2017

One Moana is all we need…

Care leaver Helen Johnston compares her life to a Disney movie   Read More ...
Author : Helen Johnston

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REACH (3)
training (2)
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Language (5)
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Looked after children (7)
Active Implementation (2)
PACE (1)
trauma (3)
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Children's Hearings (1)
Throughcare and aftercare (9)
social work (3)
mental health (2)
Corporate Parents (6)
Data (3)
Transition (1)
Evidence into practice (2)
Relationships (4)
Scottish Government (2)
refugees (2)
reflective practice (2)
therapy (1)
Voices of Young People (4)
Attainment (3)
Research (3)
Statistics (5)
Vulnerable children (3)
Permanence (15)
Modern apprenticeship (1)
psychotherapy (1)
Getting it right for every child (3)
Evidence (1)
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Historical abuse (1)
trauma informed care (2)
poverty (1)
unaccompanied and separated children (1)
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legislation (2)
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Health and wellbeing (8)
Attachment (2)
Christmas (1)
International (6)
Perception (1)

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