Today we have published a summary presenting the main findings from an evaluation of a pilot intervention designed to enhance the direct participation of young people in care proceedings. The pilot enabled the children and young people to meet with the judges responsible for decisions about their futures. Those involved in the pilot described positive impacts on mental health and well-being, increased confidence and reduced fears about the court process.
One young person who took part in the pilot said:
I wasn’t frightened of the outcome anymore. The judge explained the outcome of the session was for my best interests and it was to look after me and safeguard me and that made me feel more at ease… I felt I could put all my trust in her because I knew she’d do something good for me.
Read the short summary here.
