Ahead of the General Election, we conducted polling of voters opinions on children and young people’s mental health.

So, what did we find? 🧵

Read our full findings here👉cypmhc.org.uk/publications/s…

How can we create safe environments for #LGBTQ + children and young people where they feel heard and can freely express themselves? 🌈

To mark #PrideMonth , Place2Be's Plus+ Group has shared their advice. 🤝

Read more here 👇
place2be.org.uk/LGBTQWellbeing…

📢 Training providers! We invite you to the 'Race is Complicated webinar: Where are we now?' which supports providers of therapy training to better understand and address race and diversity.

Register for this FREE webinar on Thursday 27 June 4-6pm 🔗 bit.ly/46mV9Pb

This week is #LonelinessAwarenessWeek

Parenting can sometimes feel lonely and isolating. In this blog, Place2Be's Programme Leader for Family Work, Judah, shares his advice for parents and carers who may be experiencing loneliness. 💛
bit.ly/43CMJlg

Thrilled to share this new BBC Bitesize vodcast series!

Myself and the brilliant ami open up a World of Wellbeing

5 episodes covering
👉 Self Esteem
👉 Friendship Fallouts
👉 Worrying and Anxiety
👉 Getting Active and Sleep
👉 Self Care

bbc.co.uk/bitesize/study…

Join our free online Mental Health Champions - Foundation programme, for UK teachers and school staff.

Enhance your #ChildrensMentalHealth knowledge and discover effective strategies for promoting positive wellbeing in schools. 🤝

Learn more 👇 bit.ly/3ub9jp1

📣 Are you an experienced #counsellor looking to take the next step in your career? Our Level 6 Certificate in #CounsellingSupervision is for you!

Applications for our Autumn Intake are open. Sign up to one of our webinars to apply for the course. 🔗 place2be.org.uk/level6/

Children told #TheBigAmbition they had access to good healthcare, but some faced barriers.

One 15-year-old girl said: 'There is not enough [mental health] help for students.'

In April, I published my policy paper on health. Read it here 👇 childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/blog/the-big-a…

Another Place2Be Kindness Cup winner awarded in Celebration Assembly this morning. #kindness #letourlightshine

Children at St Mary’s CofE Junior and Infant School in Manchester were surprised with a Young BAFTA Roadshow visit on Friday, hosted by presenters De-Graft Mensah and kia pegg. 💛 🎤

Read more: bit.ly/3VDHxMY

Young people in the LGTBTQIA+ community are statistically more likely to have mental health problems than those who identify as heterosexual.

Teachers, our Pride toolkit has free resources to create an inclusive environment in your school or college: orlo.uk/dn1cZ?

This week the Young BAFTA Roadshow arrived in Nottingham!

Children at Mellers Primary School in Nottingham, were surprised with a Young BAFTA Roadshow visit on Friday, hosted by presenters De-Graft Mensah and kia pegg. 💛

Read more: bit.ly/3XvFpIv

Thinking about a career in children's mental health? Place2Be's work has been transforming lives for almost 30 years, and you could be part of this. 💛

Take the first step on your training journey with Place2Be and sign up for our Taster Day. 👇 place2be.org.uk/counselling-tr…

We are delighted to have Catherine Roche, Chief Executive, Place2Be deliver the closing keynote speech at our annual conference #NPCIgnites this year. Catherine will share her reflections why taking a systemic approach is vital.

Book your ticket today: NPCIgnites.org

Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay . 🌎

In a YouGov survey of 8-16 year olds for #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek , 42% reported they had worried about climate change and the environment.

Read more about the survey findings: bit.ly/3VoBKdU 🔗

#TheBigAmbition revealed that children value their education and are grateful for their brilliant teachers.

I have asked some of my young Ambassadors to share their views on education. Read what Ben, Evie and Rylie had to say ⤵️

childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/blog/the-big-a…

Place2Be creates safe spaces in schools to allow children to open up about what worries them.

Our work wouldn't be possible without you. Whether you've donated or engaged with our social media posts - we're so grateful for your support.💛

Learn more 👇 place2be.org.uk/about-us/

We're proud to be supporting #PrideMonth . 🌈

We believe that all children and young people should live healthy, safe, and fulfilled lives.

Whoever you are, whatever you feel, this is your Place2Be. 💛

Happy Pride Month from everyone at Beat 🌈

Keep an eye out this month for stories from the LGBTQ+ community – and in the meantime, take a look at our info page below 👇
bit.ly/3yOkEx2

It's #PrideMonth . If you are LGBTQIA+, here are some things four young people want you to know.