Community of Practice:
Working with Adolescents
‘Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much’
Helen Keller
We are a growing community of professionals who work with adolescents in a variety of settings, including healthcare, mainstream education, alternative provision settings and within the community.
We meet quarterly, online, to share challenges and best practice, host mini-training sessions and discussions relevant topics.
What is it?
A Community of Practice is a group of people with shared interests or skills who come together to learn from each other and exchange ideas. It's all about connecting, sharing experiences, and finding solutions to common challenges.
Why Join One?
You will learn new skills, solve problems faster by tapping into others' expertise, and build supportive connections with other professionals. It's a great way to improve your skills and feel empowered in your role! Upcoming topics are suggested by group members, so join us to help shape future content!
Who Can Join?
Anyone who works with adolescents! Sign up below to receive an invite to our next session. Come and join us!
Next Session
Information coming soon, please join the community to receive an invite!
Dr. Simon Pini
INSCHOOL: Listening to Young People to Transform Health and School Experiences for Those with Long‑Term Health Conditions
Manchester United Foundation
Eddy Griffiths - MU Foundation Skills Lab & Mentoring Coordinator
Jonathan Buckley - MU Foundation High School Partnership Coordinator
The Power of Football
Dr Craig Johnston
Senior Lecturer Criminology
University of the West of England
'Is Belonging Enough?' Relationships within Alternative Provision
Cate Jordinson
Therapeutic Playwork - One method of how inclusion and playwork can fit together
Claire Koenig
From Research to Reality: Co-Creating Transition Guidelines with Young People
Dr. Sarah Campbell
Play Well For Life: Delivering Meaningful Tools for Adolescent Engagement
Irene O'Donnell
How the UCLH play and youth team are supporting neurodivergent YP to access their healthcare and improve their experiences
Nicky Everett
The Forgotten Age: Research into Adolescent Specific Provision in Healthcare
Past Events
Click on each past event for more information.
Testimonials
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"A great session and great to get lots of views and information."
Play Specialist, Kettering Hospital
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"Picked up some good information and tips."
Anonymous Member
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"Very good and informative, thank you."
Anonymous Member