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Barnardo's response to government announcement on partnering with supermarkets & food manufacturers

News 29 June 2025
Barnardo's response to IOPC ruling

News 27 June 2025
Co-op and Barnardo's step up support

Fears about the future have become part of daily life for more than 1 in 3 (36%) young people across the UK, according to new research* from Co-op and Barnardo’s.
News 23 June 2025

How we celebrated Refugee Week 2025

Refugee Week is an annual series of events taking place every June, celebrating the strength, resilience, and contributions of people seeking sanctuary in the UK. This year’s theme, 'Community as a Superpower’, highlighted the extraordinary power of everyday acts of kindness and connection in creating a more welcoming and inclusive society.
Blog 27 June 2025
What does integration mean for refugees? Khaled’s perspective

17-year-old Khaled, one of our SEEN Ambassadors, considers himself a strong ally for refugees and asylum seekers and believes others should become allies, too. Born and raised in the UK with Lebanese heritage, he explains how refugees can be better supported to find a sense of belonging in the UK.
Blog 20 June 2025
How volunteering with children and young people makes a difference

If you’re interested in volunteering with children and young people, get inspired by some of the ways you could help change childhoods and change lives.
Blog 19 June 2025

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