Kinship Young People’s Conference 2026
“Hear Our Voices. See Our Potential. Help Shape Our Future.”
We are inviting professionals working in social care and education to join us for a unique conference designed and led by us young people with lived experience who attend Kinship Carers Liverpool project www.kinshipcarersliverpool.co.uk
This is an opportunity to listen, learn and work alongside us to create better support, stronger relationships and brighter futures.
Register now for your free place: https://bit.ly/4gaZyMU
- 📅 Thursday 22 October 2026
- 🕘9:30am to 4:00pm
- 📍 Crowne Plaza Liverpool City Centre
Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.
Guest Speakers
🎤 Dr Jahnine Davis – National Kinship Care Ambassador
🎤 Dr Paul Shuttleworth – Social Worker/researcher into Kinship Care
Both who are important to us, as they have worked with us directly and other young people at our project
Why attend?
Hear directly from young people about:
- 💬 What life in kinship care is really like
- 🎓 How schools and professionals can better support us
- ❤️ What helps us feel safe, heard and included
- 🤝 How we can work together to improve outcomes for children and families
- 🌟 Our hopes, ideas and recommendations for change
This conference is proudly part-funded by Liverpool City Council, Merseyside Violence Reduction Partnership and Public Heath England.