I grew up in the care system in England from the age of 11, with Social service support ending at the age of 23, when I finished my degree. While finishing my agree I become a kinship carer for my younger brother. As a student I was a mentor for those still in care. After graduation I worked for a year at Sheffield Hallam University leading the Care Leaver project, aimed at getting more Care experienced young people into Higher Education. This included creating and running raising aspiration events for Looked After Children, providing transition support to Care Leaver students applying to study at university, providing advocacy and signposting and … Continue reading Young Person’s Project Coordinator