BBC Children in Need COVID-19 Next Steps Grant
The Next Steps programme is BBC Children in Need’s response programme designed to deliver support for children and young people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible organisations will be able to apply for up to £80,000 for projects commencing in September 2020. These grants can last up to 18 months. It is designed for established organisations who are already delivering work in their communities and further afield.
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Never before has the development of character been so relevant. Resilience can provide children with the strength to navigate through the adversity caused by Covid-19. Compassion can create a culture of understanding and empathy for how others have been affected.
Action for Children have teamed up with Royal Mail and The Prince’s Trust to launch their Can’t Talk, Write toolkits. These downloadable work books are full of activities to get young people writing.
Information, Advice and Support Manchester (IASM) can help SEND families at this time and have extended their helpline hours to 8.30am-4pm, Monday to Friday.
OneEducation’s have launched a new helpline for any parent/carer of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Manchester schools and early years settings. You can have a problem-solving conversation relating to educating your child/young person at home. This might be issues around learning, behaviour, anxiety and mental health needs.
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