Kibble Annual Conference - Kibble: Specialist services & support for young people facing adversity

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An event with record attendance year-on-year and direct involvement from young people.

About Kibble

Kibble is one of the most prominent children’s charities in the UK and has cared for young people for over 170 years. Over time, Kibble has evolved in line with the ever-changing needs of young people and has become increasingly trauma-informed. The extensive list of services includes residential care, secure care, education and young workforce development, fostering and adoption, mental health services, community-based support and more. Given the wide-ranging expertise, Kibble is uniquely positioned to host a large conference focused on how collective action can empower young people.

Why Attend Kibble’s Annual Conference?

Kibble exists to give young people a chance at life and we understand this requires a collective effort. If you share our ambition of ensuring every child has access to the support, resources and love needed to thrive, our event is for you.

Hear from influential speakers, get fresh perspectives from young voices, join interactive workshops and connect with like-minded professionals.

Educators, practitioners, psychologists, therapists, government officials, decision-makers and all who play a role in the life of young people attend.

Young people lead the way, opening the event and sharing their own authentic lived experiences.

Expertly chaired by Children and Young People’s Commissioner Scotland with keynotes from: Minister for Children, Young People and The Promise and Bestselling Author, Graeme Armstrong and more.

Practical sessions designed for learning and interaction, which are relevant to schools, residential care, secure care, fostering and adoption, local authorities and beyond.

NSPCC Scotland, Education Scotland, Who Cares? Scotland, Children in Scotland plus others meet to discuss solutions and act in the best interests of young people. 

Organisers use genuine feedback to improve the event every year, enhancing the value to you.

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Feel the energy of the day as everyone comes together for captivating keynotes, thought-provoking workshops and inspiring exhibitors.

Reflect on Past Events

Our annual conference returned to Glasgow with record attendance and a special opening from a young person, making this year’s event our most impactful yet. Read the full story.

Experience a day that sparked progress and helped motivate us to transform lives, families and communities. Continue reading about 2024’s event.

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