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Yorkshire and Humber Regional Child First Conference

Putting children first builds a future that’s safer, kinder, and full of opportunity for all

Date and time

Location

Humberside Police - Melton Police Station

Wyke Way North Ferriby HU14 3BQ United Kingdom

Agenda

9:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Michael O’Conner


Michael is a proven Youth Justice Leader who has embedded Child First practice across a number of criminal justice areas. In January 2022, he took Swindon to the first ‘Outstanding’ HMIP outcome for ...

12:45 PM - 2:00 PM

Andrez Harriott


Andrez Harriott is a trained Criminologist, Sociologist, Organisational Consultant, and Clinical Supervisor. Andrez specialises in systemic and psychodynamic approaches that help organisations look b...

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Gavin McKenna


Gavin McKenna is a nationally recognised public speaker, entrepreneur, and advocate for young people. With over a decade of experience, and his own powerful lived experience, Gavin brings a wealth of...

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Highlights

  • 7 hours 30 minutes
  • In person

About this event

This conference aims to bring together professionals to focus on putting children and young people at the heart of decision-making. This event aims to celebrate children's voices, highlight their rights, and explore better ways to support their well-being, safety, and development.

Throughout the day, there are inspiring talks, interactive workshops, and discussions on topics like education, policing, youth justice, mental health, and family support. Guest speakers will share real-life stories and successful projects that shows how listening to children can lead to better outcomes for everyone.

The conference also provided a space for professionals to share their experiences, ideas, and hopes for the future — helping shape the services and systems that affect childrens lives.

9.00am Arrive and refreshments

9.15am Conference starts: Opening; Paul French, Chief Superintendent Humberside Police

9.30am Guest Speaker: Michael O’Conner

10.30 am Break

10.45 am Michael O’Conner continued

11.45 am Lunch

With an opportunity to showcase each Local Authority Child First Best Practice)

12.45 pm Guest Speaker Andrez Harriott

1.45 pm Break

2.00 pm Guest Speaker Gavin McKenna

4.00 pm Child first pledge

4.15 pm Closing remarks · Paul French, Chief Superintendent Humberside Police

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Oct 13 · 9:00 AM GMT+1