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Children in Wales is the national umbrella body for organisations and individuals who work with children, young people and their families in Wales. We are a membership body, and our members are drawn from the voluntary, statutory and professional sectors.

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Children & Young People

Learn more about Children's Rights, Young Wales, and other projects Children and Young People can be involved in.

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Professionals

Visit our professionals pages for information on our work, access to resources, latest news and current consultations.

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Members

Members

Our membership is open to individuals and organisations who are interested in improving the lives of children, young people and families in Wales.

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Latest news

Launching our Autumn 2025 magazine: Changing the story: working together to end child poverty in Wales

Launching our Autumn 2025 magazine: Changing the story: working together to end child poverty in Wales

‘The Big Conversation’ 2025 Parent Survey Findings

‘The Big Conversation’ 2025 Parent Survey Findings

National Parenting Week 2025: Let’s “Parent Well” Together

National Parenting Week 2025: Let’s “Parent Well” Together

Children in Wales Policy Council meeting focuses on babies, children and young people’s mental health

Children in Wales Policy Council meeting focuses on babies, children and young people’s mental health

The Big Conversation 24/25: How Young People’s Voices Are Shaping Decision-Making in Wales

The Big Conversation 24/25: How Young People’s Voices Are Shaping Decision-Making in Wales

Parents Connect Wales Announces Winners of Prize Draw Competitions

Parents Connect Wales Announces Winners of Prize Draw Competitions

Early Years Action Group launches manifesto calling for babies and young children to be put at the heart of Welsh policy.

Early Years Action Group launches manifesto calling for babies and young children to be put at the heart of Welsh policy.

Pledge Puts Babies’ Voices at the Heart of Wales

Pledge Puts Babies’ Voices at the Heart of Wales

Call for Nominations for Trustee Board - Save the Date: Notice of Children in Wales’ Annual General Meeting

Call for Nominations for Trustee Board - Save the Date: Notice of Children in Wales’ Annual General Meeting

Welsh Government Consultation: Help Shape the Future of Childcare, Playwork and Activities

Welsh Government Consultation: Help Shape the Future of Childcare, Playwork and Activities

Read our latest policy briefing on the Welsh Government’s Understanding Suicide Prevention and Self Harm Reduction Strategy

Read our latest policy briefing on the Welsh Government’s Understanding Suicide Prevention and Self Harm Reduction Strategy

Blaenau Gwent launches results of child poverty survey with parents

Blaenau Gwent launches results of child poverty survey with parents

Job Vacancies

At Children in Wales, we look for people who are passionate about oppotunities to work within the sector. If this is you, take a look at what's available.

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