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Official Twitter account of the Office of the Representative for Children and Youth in British Columbia
British Columbia
Joined May 2013
On December 31, 2024, there were 1,771 children on the waitlist for Child and Youth Mental Health services across the province, with an average wait time of more than four months. Read more in our latest report: https://t.co/Z0jNzI2tpT
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A new report by the Representative for Children and Youth calls for stronger legislation and community supports to meet the needs of 100,000 young people in BC living with mental health disorders. Read the report: https://t.co/Z0jNzI1VAl
#bcpoli
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Honouring the rights that we all have as human beings and specifically the rights of young people. We encourage everyone to learn more about these rights and how we can all uphold them always. Learn more on our website: https://t.co/NMmJskxgMw
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Are you a young person trying to get services from the government? Our Advocates might be able to help you. The information you share is confidential and our help is free. Check out our website or give us a call to find out more.
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Remembering all those who have lost their lives to gender-based violence and those who are living with the profound harms it causes, including far too many young people. Continuing to push for change. Read our recommendations in ‘Don’t Look Away’: https://t.co/DZNaqh8D1G
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The RCY has issued several reports highlighting the acute unmet needs of young people with disabilities & their families in BC. Please take a moment to read our report 'Too Many Left Behind' to learn about these important issues & join us in pushing for change.
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Young people and their families are still waiting for action. They deserve so much more. Read more about our recs in our report 'Too Many Left Behind' here:
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On this #InternationalDayOfPersonswithDisabilities the Representative for Children and youth renews her calls to the BC government to address the urgent needs of up to 83,000 young people with disabilities not receiving adequate services.
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Today we deeply feel the loss of too many women due to violence. We stand too with current survivors and the many young people who are being profoundly impacted by violence and those who have lost their lives. Read more: Don’t Look Away: https://t.co/DZNaqh8D1G
#16daysofactivism
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Transgender Day of Remembrance is a reminder that safety & dignity are non-negotiable. Trans people, including young people, continue to face higher rates of violence, exclusion, and systemic barriers. We remember their names. We honour their lives. We commit to change.
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November 20th is National Child Day. Join us in moving toward a new ‘North Star’ of child well-being where young people feel safe, connected & confident that their fundamental rights will be recognized and upheld. Young people are 20% of our population, but 100% of our future.
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When Haruto, a boy living with Autism was facing challenges getting support, his family reached out to us. Advocates were able to amplify calls for services & facilitate access to customized therapy. Read more about how our Advocacy makes a difference in our latest Annual Report.
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Want to know more about the difference our advocacy makes? Read our latest Annual Report here:
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When Maya and her siblings were put into government care after their home was found to be unsafe, they didn’t see each other much. With RCY’s help, a reunification plan was put into place allowing them to see each other regularly.
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Young people are 20% of our population but 100% of our future. Learn more about where and how we need to do better for our kids. Visit our website at https://t.co/4emhuCQdWY.
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Too many young people living with mental health challenges are struggling to get the support they deserve. Need help navigating government services? Call us.
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Recognizing all the incredible work that foster families do in providing so much for young people across the province. Deep gratitude for the difference you make. #fosterfamilymonthbc #fosterfamilymonth
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Indigenous caregivers and kin, you hold language, ceremony and identity close. Thank you for the care that honours Nations and culture. #FosterFamilyMonthBC #CultureIsCare
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For the caregivers who keep siblings together. You protect bonds that last a lifetime. Thank you for all that you do. #KeepSiblingsTogether #FosterFamilyMonthBC
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