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This accessible guide provides a detailed and practical understanding of how to support Children Looked After (CLA), exploring concepts surrounding identity and the key role professionals can play by becoming advocates for these children. With a mixture of theory, reflection, and application to practice, the book considers contemporary topics, from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), labelling and stigma, to the relationships surrounding Children Looked After.

Embedded within the chapters are positive everyday practices, case studies and dialogues, all of which help to create a safe space for children to develop their own sense of self. Throughout the book, outdated views are challenged and replaced with the voices of children and young people themselves, and strategies and opportunities are provided for the reader to truly understand the perspectives of Children Looked After and to develop their practice to best support their needs and wellbeing. Care is taken to refer to C

Advocating for Children Looked After

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    A Paperback by Stella Smith

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      Publisher Taylor & Francis
      Published 3/31/2025
      ISBN-13 9781032710815
      978-1032710815
      ISBN-10 1032710810
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      Adoption and fostering

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      This accessible guide provides a detailed and practical understanding of how to support Children Looked After (CLA), exploring concepts surrounding identity and the key role professionals can play by becoming advocates for these children. With a mixture of theory, reflection, and application to practice, the book considers contemporary topics, from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), labelling and stigma, to the relationships surrounding Children Looked After.

      Embedded within the chapters are positive everyday practices, case studies and dialogues, all of which help to create a safe space for children to develop their own sense of self. Throughout the book, outdated views are challenged and replaced with the voices of children and young people themselves, and strategies and opportunities are provided for the reader to truly understand the perspectives of Children Looked After and to develop their practice to best support their needs and wellbeing. Care is taken to refer to C

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