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Let's Talk Conflict

Let's Talk Conflict

Written by: Leap Confronting Conflict
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A group of young Care Experts have teamed up with Leap Confronting Conflict to share their experiences of the UK care system. They discuss what needs to change, what they wish they knew when they were in care, and give advice around wellbeing, relationships, and preparing for adulthood.


Thanks to the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, Kurt and Magda Stern Foundation, Rayne Foundation and Treebeard Trust for funding this project.


Thank you to Helena Webb for editing the podcast, and to Eleanor Ngai for designing the cover image.


Most importantly, thank you to Aíne, Alice, Ashley, Evie, George, Jade, Leanne, Shenika, Tiff and Will for sharing your stories and for your passion to create change in the care system.


This podcast is dedicated to Will, who was a big part of the group and who very sadly passed away in July. Will brought such wisdom, insight and humour, and has left a lasting legacy through this podcast.


*Some of the issues discussed in the podcast may be triggering, so we encourage you to look after yourself and to reach out for support if you need it.*


We'd love to hear from you - get in touch with the group by email on letstalkconflict@leapcc.org.uk. Or, you can find us on social media @leap_cc

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Episodes
  • 6. The Real Experts: Redesigning the Care System

    6. The Real Experts: Redesigning the Care System
    Jul 20 2022
    In this episode, the group explore how they would redesign the care system. They speak about some of the best practice happening in the care system, and reflect on the core values and principles that a new system should be built on. Reflecting on their experiences, the group identify the biggest issues that are failing young people in the care system, and what needs to be in place to support young people to thrive.

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    50 mins
  • 5. Busting Myths about Charities

    5. Busting Myths about Charities
    Jul 14 2022

    In this episode, the group take a deep dive into their experiences with charities, and how different organisations have helped and influenced theirs lives, all the way from personal to professional development.


    They reflect on some of the common misconceptions and stigma around being involved with charities. Find out about the group’s favourite charities and organisations, and ways in which they might be able to support and empower you too.


    Charities signposted in the episode:

    https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/

    https://becomecharity.org.uk/

    https://www.nyas.net/

    https://www.barnardos.org.uk/

    https://coramvoice.org.uk/

    https://www.reesfoundation.org/

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    41 mins
  • 4. Understanding Trauma and the Journey of Healing

    4. Understanding Trauma and the Journey of Healing
    Jul 6 2022

    In this episode the group are joined by two guests who are both care experienced, and who now work with young people in the care system: Jamie - a psychotherapist, and Mary - a care-experienced trainer, adviser and advocate.


    The group explore how different behaviours manifest when a young person has experienced trauma, rejection and abandonment. They also discuss the importance of relationships when healing from trauma, as well as some tools to support yourself and those around you.


    See below for the organisations, support networks and resources signposted during the episode:


    https://www.reesfoundation.org/ask-jan-membership.html

    https://www.nice.org.uk/about/what-we-do/our-programmes/nice-advice/iapt

    https://freepsychotherapynetwork.com/

    https://hubofhope.co.uk/

    https://www.england.nhs.uk/mental-health/adults/iapt/

    https://www.jamiecrabbtherapy.com/post/exploring-feeling-emotions-resources

    https://insighttimer.com/vimalasara/guided-meditations/five-basic-needs-of-the-heart-for-emotional-trauma-and-self-soothing


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    1 hr and 8 mins
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