Today, we remember & honour those who served in the armed forces. Many children growing up in armed force families are young carers. These young carers manage caring responsibilities in the armed forces community, while navigating school & social life. Learn more about support for young carers:

All @childrenssociety.bsky.social hoping these “hints” become a reality and the two-child benefit cap is eradicated www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...

“I felt lost. I felt lost in my emotions.” 𖡎 The pressure of being bullied had become almost unbearable for Anthony. Being able to speak about his feelings at The Children’s Society helped him finally find peace. Read Anthony's story here: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/s...

A real privilege to represent @childrenssociety.bsky.social at the enthronement today of the 15th Archbishop of Wales. A historic moment as it’s the first woman to become Archbishop in these islands! Thrilled for Cherry as she begins this new chapter! @churchinwales.bsky.social

For more reasons to be positive, join me a week on Thursday in the excellent company of @lynnanneperry.bsky.social and @markrusselluk.bsky.social to learn how the incredibly impactful children's charities coalition came to be. Register here: binleydrake.com/event/in-goo...

Love to see this - young creatives from @childrenssociety.bsky.social service in Bedfordshire creating art and glass samples for our Chelsea Flower Show garden 🎨 www.leightonbuzzardonline.co.uk/news/people/...

Thousands of teenagers are feeling totally overwhelmed by the noise of life – stress, pressure and problems that feel too big to handle 💢 Will you support our vital work and help a child quiet the noise this Christmas? www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...

Children’s wellbeing is still in decline, according to the #GoodChildhoodReport 2025 How can we overturn this to create a society for all our children to thrive? We’ve outlined our 5 key steps 📣

All children should have a chance at childhood – not held back by worrying about rising prices. We’re calling on the Government to implement and monitor an ambitious #ChildPovertyStrategy. Read more in the full #GoodChildhoodReport: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood

@theobserveruk.bsky.social is there an issue with today’s paper on the Guardian Editions app? Most of my paper hasn’t appeared today

@theguardian.com is there an issue with your Editions app? Most of my Observer hasn’t appeared today

📢 Children & young people are at the ❤️ of the #GoodChildhoodReport2025. That’s why we create a Youth Summary — so they are apart of the conversation. 🗣️ 📖 Read it, share it, and help amplify children and young people's voices🔗 www.childrenssociety.org.uk/sites/defaul...

Amazing to see our #GoodChildhoodReport 2025 being shared in the CYP Now news🎉 Sharing how we're calling for every young person to have access to at least one trusted adult to help tackle record levels of pressure and unhappiness. Read our report here: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood

📢 Hot off the press! Our Good Childhood Report reveals that 😔 9% of 10–17 year olds who completed our Household Survey reported low wellbeing. We're fighting for a brighter future for young people. 🌈 ✨ Will you join us? 👉 Read the full report! 🔍📖

Too many children lack a trusted adult—someone who listens, believes in them, and helps them feel safe. These relationships are vital for wellbeing. We're urging the Government to act. Add your voice and help ensure every child has someone they can truly count on🔊📝

Very proud today to launch the #GoodChildhoodReport today Children’s wellbeing remains in decline. This year we have a richer report with deeper insight directly from young people and those who support them. Together we want to reclaim hope for their futures

For this years #GoodChildhoodReport we had the privilege to work with the Young Advisors from @leadersunlocked.bsky.social "The youth are the future of our country" - is a powerful reminder that when we really listen to the voices of young people & what effects them, we can better support them.

CYP Now - Calls for ‘trusted adult guarantee’ to support teen wellbeing www.cypnow.co.uk/content/news...

Behind the @childrenssociety.bsky.social’s #GoodChildhoodReport2025 are the real voices of young people. By understanding what affects young people, we can better support them. youtu.be/uHFgcUJP8SE

The #GoodChildhoodReport 2025 is here and one thing is clear: teenagers are under pressure from all angles. Children’s wellbeing is still in decline. We cannot allow this to be our normal, it is time for change. Read the full report on our website now: childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood

The #GoodChildhoodReport 2025 is here and one thing is clear: teenagers are under pressure from all angles. Children’s wellbeing is still in decline. We cannot allow this to be our normal, it is time for change. Read the full report on our website now: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood

Are you looking to embed gender equality through your school? Join us on Thursday 20th November for our next online training day to enable you to lead the Lifting Limits programme in your school. For costs and more details, please email [email protected]

Awful that there’s been a 7% rise in families living in temporary accommodation, including 170,000 children. This is so distressing for them, no child can thrive living like this, and it’s a nightmare for local authority budgets too - we need change www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/...

Today, the Crime and Policing Bill is being debated in the House of Lords. We are calling for changes to strengthen the Bill and ensure that no child is punished for the crimes they are forced to commit by the adults exploiting them. Do you agree with our proposed changes?

“Every child deserves to be heard before they reach crisis point…mental health emergency doesn’t begin in adulthood, for many it begins in childhood.” @markrusselluk.bsky.social www.educatemagazine.com/child-mental...

So good to see another school awarded the Young Carers in Schools Award - via @childrenssociety.bsky.social & @carerstrust.bsky.social collaboration. Well done Wootton Bassett Academy! www.thisiswiltshire.co.uk/news/2553515...

Nearly two children in every classroom in England have asked for mental health support. For many, mental health issues begin in childhood. This #WorldMentalHealthDay, it's important to understand how vital early support is to tackle problems before they become overwhelming.

On #WorldMentalHealthDay I’m glad to be @childrenssociety.bsky.social offices in Chelmsford! My colleagues Kerry, Mark and I were thrilled to welcome Cllr John Spence the Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care for Essex County Council Great to brief him on the excellent work we do here

Great engagement, highlighting the needs of young people across 3 party conferences & spotlighting young people’s voice & experience Huge gratitude to Jack Rachel Kate Samia @markrusselluk.bsky.social @saintwella84.bsky.social @cllrgeorgiapower.bsky.social & @tcspolicypractice.bsky.social team

Really good to join @csjthinktank.bsky.social event about how we unleash philantrophy and help change society. Good to hear from Philippa Cornish from CAF, Iain Duncan Smith MP, Nathan Gamester, Nigel Huddleston MP and Jadwiga Leigh from New Beginnings Foundation #CPC25

Interesting fringe event with Youth Futures Foundation about how we support young people into work. Good to hear some of the challenges young people face being named, and reflections on how the state and civil society can support young people #CPC25

Three party conferences in three weeks, it’s great to be in Manchester for the Conservative conference. Looking forward to speaking about @childrenssociety.bsky.social work with young people #CPC25

On behalf of @childrenssociety.bsky.social I’m thrilled to welcome Bishop Sarah Mullally’s inspirational appointment as 106th Archbishop of Canterbury. I know Sarah has a deep commitment to children and young people and I look forward to continuing to work with her to change more children’s lives

Our young trustees, Brogan and Rose, met with @simonforstroud.bsky.social to discuss why it's so important we measure children’s wellbeing at the Labour Party Conference.

Really good to catch up with @dannybealesmp.bsky.social at the Labour Conference So grateful for his commitment to the role of civil society in social change, and for his voice speaking out for children and young people

We also heard from Rose, a Young Trustee at The Children’s Society, who powerfully highlighted the need to better support young people to speak up when things aren’t right.

Delighted to visit @ncvo.bsky.social stand at the Labour Conference and sign their big board of charity leaders! Thanks Saskia and Seth and all at NCVO for standing up for the third sector!

New jobs at @childrenssociety.bsky.social - please take a look if political campaigning is your thing!!

Great to have @ndironsmp.bsky.social support for young people at this @childrenssociety.bsky.social panel at #LabConf25

An honour to join our friends at Catch 22 for this event on the next steps for the Safer Streets mission, ensuring young people experience joined up support and services, benefiting from trusted adult relationships to keep them safe. Pleased to support the important ‘Drawing the Line’ campaign.

Brogan, a Young Trustee at The Children’s Society, left us with a powerful message of hope - reminding us that with the right support, the potential of young people is limitless.

We are so proud of our amazing young trustees for their involvement in our panel event at Party Conference 👏🏼🙌🏼

Enjoyed the contributions from @thisismatthyde.bsky.social drawing on his vast previous experience leading The Scouts & our chair @markrusselluk.bsky.social at @childrenssociety.bsky.social panel event at #LabConf25

Powerful young people led reception at #LabConf for the Children’s Charities Coalition - delighted with the attendance, engagement & support for young people across the UK Thanks to @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social Liz Kendall @jessasatomp.bsky.social @joshdeanmp.bsky.social Josh McCallister for coming

Mark Russell, Chief Executive at The Children’s Society, spoke seriously about the challenge of improving young people’s lives amid declining wellbeing. Matt Hyde OBE, Chief Executive at Lloyds Bank Foundation, shared his vision for a caring, connected society.

This was brilliant panel chaired by @markrusselluk.bsky.social with two @childrenssociety.bsky.social young trustees, @thisismatthyde.bsky.social, @ndironsmp.bsky.social

A real privilege to meet Prisons Minister Lord James Timpson today #Lab25 He’s a truly inspirational leader, models such great values, and is deeply committed to transforming outcomes for people who end up in the justice system Really grateful for his encouragement too!

Delighted to have a few words today with Chancellor Rachel Reeves and welcome her decision on school libraries and share something of @childrenssociety.bsky.social passion to see the government change more children’s lives for the better.

Brilliant Children’s Charities coalition event led by young people. We @childrenssociety.bsky.social love working with pals @barnardos.org.uk @nspcc.bsky.social @actionforchildren.bsky.social @ncb.org.uk Delighted to be joined by @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social Liz Kendal and Josh MacAlister #Lab25

Really good to catch up with House of Commons Education Committee Chair @helenhayes.bsky.social Always love Helen’s commitment to improve children’s lives, and value her support for our work @childrenssociety.bsky.social #Lab25