‘File Not Found’ – Art by youth in care, telling the stories a file never could is a national art exhibition and competition open to young people aged 12–26 who are care experienced. Taking place at the iconic Oxo Tower Wharf Gallery on London’s Southbank from 28 October – 1 November 2026, this exhibition aims to challenge the way young people in care can often feel defined by case notes, reports, and statistics - and instead celebrate identity, creativity, and self-expressio

As part of National Careers Week which is coming up, we’re excited to highlight a brilliant resource for young people exploring their next steps: the NCW Virtual Careers Fair! This interactive online fair brings together employers, training providers, and educators from across the UK all in one easy‑to‑access space. It’s a great opportunity for you to: - discover different industries - watch videos and hear directly from employers - explore training, apprenticeships, and care

This November, across the UK we mark National Care Leavers Month (NCLM), a dedicated time to recognise, celebrate and support young people who are care experienced. what is national care leavers month? Originally the UK marked a one-week event called National Care Leavers’ Week, but in 2025 the week formally became a full month. NCLM is organised by and with care-experienced young people, supported by the Alliance for Children in Care and Care Leavers. It exists for the publi

From Monday 10 to Friday 14 November 2025, Anti-Bullying Week is taking place across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, coordinated by the Anti‑Bullying Alliance (ABA). It’s a whole-week campaign designed to shine a spotlight on bullying: how it happens, the impact it has, and what each of us can do to stop it. this year's theme: “Power for Good” This year the theme is “Power for Good”. The idea is simple but powerful: every person (young or older, at home, in school, at wo