Flip (she/her)
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Social worker; Coach; Practice tutor. Views = my own. Passions #SocialWork #SocialJustice. Lives in the SW but ❤️ is in West Brom
South West, England
Joined March 2012
BASW and @SWU_UK condemn in the strongest possible terms the appalling acts of violence, disorder, Islamophobia and racism that have terrorised communities across the country in recent days. Read our full statement 🔗 https://t.co/4X5Zvrpz1b
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If you know any care-experienced people aged 25 and under who would be interested in a FULL undergraduate scholarship, FYI this brilliant initiative from @jlpartnership in partnership with the @OpenUniversity. Applications close 24 July. https://t.co/SpnlOCNqbV
open.ac.uk
The Open University Care Experienced Scholarship offers four full undergraduate scholarships to care experienced young people aged 25 and under.
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Such powerful and important words from Brad.. what a fabulous ode to his foster carers Ev and Frank 🙏
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💜 Care-experienced & born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011? 🏦 An article from the BBC found that "Nearly a million [Child Trust Fund] accounts not accessed". ⬇️ Find information on what a Child Trust Fund is and support here: https://t.co/rZYyaCa4z7
becomecharity.org.uk
A Child Trust Fund is a long-term tax-free savings account. More information and support with how to claim it back.
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It's time for the entertainment industry to #ChangeTheScript around social work🎬 This #SocialWorkWeek2024, we’re calling for a more accurate portrayal of social work and the positive impact social workers have on people’s lives every day.
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Join us in-person this Friday (15 March) for an in-depth look at co-production, with co-chairs & experts by experience Jez Harris & @isaacsamuels, PLUS Beverley Tarka, President of @1adass & Rebecca Bauers, Director at @CQCProf. Submit your EOI to attend: https://t.co/nOrfmA8cyZ
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Wishing all #socialwork #students and #apprentices especially those who I support @SocialWorkDevon and @DPT_NHS @OpenUniversity all the best in their final placements
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Great to see #socialworkweek go from strength to strength. Lots of work goes on @SocialWorkEng to bring this together. Do take a look and book on 👇
Tickets are now available for #SocialWorkWeek2024! Social Work Week 2024 boasts the strongest line-up to date, bringing those working across the sector together to have nationwide conversations about #socialwork Register for your free tickets: https://t.co/7FlWS9RO2E
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Always a great week offering something for everyone 👇
We’re planning to deliver over 20 sessions at Social Work Week 2024. The week-long free event takes place between Monday 18 and Friday 22 March 2024, make sure you save the date! Read more: https://t.co/Rvaxvckjbs
#SocialWorkWeek2024
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On my way back to North Devon after spending the day in Birmingham with the safeguarding and quality practice team at @childrensociety . Nearly 3 weeks into my new role, I have been made to feel so welcomed and am looking forward to what we can achieve together as a team
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Join us tomorrow from 10am to hear from @MarieAs47283756 talking about her journey, one that has taken her to the House of Commons, involvement in setting up the Peer Support Network with us and work with the Safe from Suicide Team. Book your free place: https://t.co/WvGJbRl4Jp
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Delighted that the latest episode of Social Work Sessions with @BryonyShannon is now live. We talk about use of language in social care & Bryony’s influential blog ‘Words that make me go hmmm. https://t.co/xhqXeuyP2c
#socialwork #socialworksessions
podcasts.apple.com
Podcast Episode · Social Work Sessions · 23/11/2023 · 52m
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Today has been my last day @SocialWorkEng before I move onto pastures new at @childrensociety. I have been so lucky to work with & meet such fantastic people, too many to mention, but you know who you are. Thank you. 🙏.
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Quick survey: https://t.co/pBRQZVEbYo If anyone would be happy to take part in a short interview with Shared Lives Plus about this research please drop them a line to info@sharedlivesplus.org.uk - reference Shared Lives Plus Research.
forms.office.com
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Your chance to take part in the biggest global study of challenging working conditions of social workers – International Federation of Social Workers
ifsw.org
All social workers are invited to help create the biggest overview of often-challenging working conditions of social workers around the globe. The survey is open until 15th December 2023. Part
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Today @SocialWorkEng facilitated its 3rd SPOC forum. We heard from @AhminaAkhtar who provided an an overview of the EDI data. Over 70 SPOCs were in attendance which resulted in some great discussions, reflections, challenge and feedback. Thanks to all who came along.
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Are you a #socialwork student or a #socialworker working in the PVI sectir? Are you interested in the work of the regulator & co-production? if so there are two days left to apply to become a member of @SocialWorkEng #NAF ..Do it !!
There is one week left to apply to join our National Advisory Forum. Watch our #SocialWorkInEngland co-production case study from #SocialWorkWeek2023 to learn more about the National Advisory Forum’s recent work: https://t.co/r7NYWkC7L9
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Would you like to take part in #SocialWorkWeek2024? This is the last week that we will be accepting submissions of interest to deliver a session. The deadline for submitting an event proposal is midnight on Sunday 5 November 2023. Find out more: https://t.co/IeWbMYgiT5
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We’re hosting online information sessions where we will answer any questions you may have about contributing to Social Work Week 2024. These will be taking place on Tuesday 24 October from 12 noon to 1pm and from 4.30pm to 5:30pm Find out more: https://t.co/IeWbMYgiT5
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