Action for Children

Celebrating Fundraising Champions at Accenture UK & Ireland 🌟 We’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on the incredible team at Accenture. They recently completed a 4.5 mile walk from their head office to Hyde Park. This was a symbolic distance, representing the 4.5 million children living in poverty in the UK. Their journey ended with a joyful picnic and games. They raised £300 to support vulnerable children and we are so grateful. "It was not only a fun and rewarding day outside the office, but also a meaningful way to come together, raise awareness, and support the vital work this charity does for children across the UK. Moments like these remind us of the power of community and the impact we can make together." - Shahad Al Rubaye, Management Consultant A heartfelt thank you to everyone involved. Including Paul Edwards, Managing Director, for nominating us as their charity partner. Another big thanks to Ellie Anderson and Shahad Al Rubaye for their outstanding event planning and coordination ❤️ 👏 Let’s give them the recognition they deserve — drop your congratulations in the comments below! #Fundraising #ActionForChildren #SocialImpact

 #Throwback to 2024’s unforgettable #BoycottyourBed 📸     Can you spot anyone you know? 👀Tag them in the comments.   Ready to do it all again in 2025?      Don’t miss out! There’s still time to sign up and join us this year 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-w7XeyS

Not everyone works in the same way. Staff with visible and non-visible disabilities may prefer to change the way they do their jobs. In our latest article, we speak to Laurent, who works as a Therapist at Action for Children. He talks about his experience living with Fibromyalgia 👇

Throwback Thursday 🤩 We celebrated several Pride events across Wales and Northern Ireland. Staff, volunteers and young people joined marches and events in Cardiff and Prestatyn. Our Flintshire Family Support and Side Step teams also took part in Flintshire Schools Pride event at Hawarden High School. We were also delighted to take part in Belfast Pride. Laurie Ryall, Director for Action for Children in Wales, said: "Pride is a celebration and also a powerful statement that LGBTQ+ children and young people are not alone. Our participation is part of our year-round commitment to helping all young people feel valued, respected and safe to be themselves." Our message is simple: ALL children deserve safe and happy childhoods 🌈 #Pride #ThrowbackThursday #ActionForChildren

Celebrating Shaun – A Young Shining Star 🌟 Having grown up in foster care, Shaun faced many challenges, including isolation and instability. But with support from Action for Children’s Amaryllis Housing service, he found a safe space to rebuild his confidence and develop essential life skills like budgeting. “I can see how far I have come. In just a few years I am now more talkative, I socialise with people, and I’m looking forward to the future. I am proud of myself for that.” Shaun is now a valued member of the Amaryllis community. He was recently nominated for Action for Children’s Stephenson’s Young Shining Star award – a testament to his strength, kindness, and personal growth. Drop a ❤️ in the comments to celebrate his journey and help us congratulate Shaun! #ActionForChildren #FosterCare

Huge congratulations to the incredible team at Atlas Security for completing their 45km walk from Richmond to Datchet 🌟 Thanks to their determination and generosity, they’ve raised over £3,800. An amazing achievement that also helps us support even more vulnerable children and families across the UK ❤️ “We’re thrilled to have smashed our fundraising target! Every step taken and every ache felt has helped bring hope to vulnerable children who need it most. It’s great to hear how we are making a difference." - Gary Stanton, Managing Director of Atlas Security Let’s show them some well-deserved appreciation in the comments below 👇

We’re delighted to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers, ranking 37th 🎉 This is a fantastic achievement and testament to the strength, impact, and innovation of our apprenticeship and qualifications offer. We’re especially proud to be the only charity featured in this year’s Top 100 leaderboard. This is a true reflection of our commitment to learning, development, and social impact. This recognition builds on a series of accolades we’ve received in recent years, including: A High Commendation for the Social Justice Award for our Care Experienced Apprenticeship Programme. The Paragon Skills Apprenticeship Employer of the Year Award. We offer a wide range of apprenticeships from Level 2 through to Level 7, covering a breadth of subjects. While many of our programmes support the achievement of regulatory qualifications in our frontline services, we also offer apprenticeships in areas such as HR, data analysis, social work, fundraising, and finance. This milestone reflects our ongoing commitment, not just for the children and families we support, but for our incredible teams across the UK ❤️ Thinking of joining us? We're always looking for talented people. To search for roles, please visit: https://bit.ly/3Ur7gXh #Apprenticeships #SundayTimes #ActionForChildren

Celebrating 25 Years of Action for Children in Northern Ireland 🎉 As we mark this fantastic milestone, we’re shining a spotlight on one of their longest-serving colleagues. Wendy has dedicated 21 years to supporting children and families. She now leads as a Children’s Services Manager. We asked Wendy to reflect on her journey: 💬 What’s your favourite part of the role? "I love to hear how the children and parents are getting on, how they have grown and developed with our support." 💬 A stand-out moment from your career? "I’m grateful for all the friendships I’ve made, but most of all, I absolutely love what I do and appreciate the journey it took to get me here." 💬 Your hopes for the next 21 years? "That the government keeps investing in Early Intervention and Children’s Services in general." Wendy’s passion and commitment are a true reflection of what Action for Children stands for. We’re proud to have her as part of our team. Please join us in celebrating Wendy and all our colleagues who make a difference every day! #ActionForChildren #TeamSpotlight #EmployeeAppreciation #NorthernIreland

Leeds, fancy sleeping somewhere truly legendary?  On Friday 3rd October, join us at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds for #BoycottyourBed. 🐎 You’ll have a knight to remember in an iconic venue, steeped in history – an unforgettable night sleeping out to raise money for vulnerable children across the UK.   💛 We’re a vital lifeline for vulnerable families – but we can’t be there without you.  📍 Leeds, we’re ready. Are you?  Follow this link to sign up and be part of something amazing. 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-w7XeyS Steve Rake Howard Hall Jonathan Sheldrake Natalie Dobson Mark Billingham (he/him) Sally Bogg Rachel McElroy Malcolm 🦔 Seagrave Suzanne Edmondson Liam Cadd Adam Cook Katie Welch-May Take a look below at our top moments from 2024:

"I’m a pregnant mum of four. The two-child benefit cap means I have to skip meals" Jasmine, supported by Action for Children. Speaking to Aasma Day from The i Paper, Jasmine reveals the impact the two-child benefit cap has on her everyday life. Read the full article 👇 https://lnkd.in/eAcfUATG