Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Investing In Children Children's rights charity ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://investinginchildren.net/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://investinginchildren.net/) - We run groups, projects, forums, training and research putting children and young people at the centre of all we do. - [The Elms](https://investinginchildren.net/the-elms/) - The Elms The Elms, Kimblesworth, started it’s life in 1878 as a village school, before later becoming a care home, and eventually the home of Investing In Children.We took ownership of the building in 2024 and, after a huge transformation, we moved in in July 2026. Skip to: The Transformation Our Rooms The Elms has - [Groups & Projects](https://investinginchildren.net/groups-projects/) - Groups and Projects We care about your rights! This means a lot of our work is with organisations who offer services to children and young people. We aim to help you make these services better, for your benefit and for the future. We run groups that link to services or topics you care about.To see upcoming - [Poverty Truth Commission](https://investinginchildren.net/poverty-truth-commission/) - Overview Investing in Children is working with children and young people on behalf of the Consett and Stanley Poverty Truth Commission having conversations about young people’s understanding of poverty, issues they see in their community and the things that they would like to change.This is part of the County Durham Poverty Truth Commission. The County - [STAR](https://investinginchildren.net/star/) - STAR - Support Targeted for Anxiety and Resilience Overview Investing in Children are a delivery partner of the STAR project (Support Targeted for Anxiety and Resilience) which follows on from the successful delivery of The Anxious About School Project, Durham Resilience Programme, Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM) and Nurturing Our Wellbeing (NOW). However, it - [Meet the Team](https://investinginchildren.net/about-us-2/meet-the-team/) - Meet the team Chloe DickinsonSenior Practitioner chloe.dickinson@investinginchildren.net Chris AffleckProject Manager chris.affleck@investinginchildren.net Ellie (Eleanor) SeedAwards Managereleanor.seed@investinginchildren.net Emma RoganPractice Development Lead/Manageremma.rogan@investinginchildren.net Helen MulhearnCo-Directorhelen.mulhearn@investinginchildren.net Janet LeachOffice Managerjanet.leach@investinginchildren.net Kyle FirbyAdministration Officer kyle.firby@investinginchildren.net Nicola HallProject Worker - Type 1 Kidz nicola.hall@investinginchildren.net Bethany RichardsAssistant Project Worker bethany.richards@investinginhildren.net Sam ClarkAdministration Assistant sam.clark@investinginchildren.net Rebecca HarrisonAssistant Project Worker rebecca.harrison@investinginchildren.net Rob (Robert) JohnsonProject Manager robert.johnson@investinginchildren.net - [Meetings and Events](https://investinginchildren.net/meetings-and-events/) - Meeting & Events Aug 17 16:30 - 18:30Art & Wellbeing Cafe (Older Group)Find out more Aug 18 15:00 - 16:30T1KZ Cumbria Roller Skating SessionFind out more Aug 19 17:30 - 19:00eXtreme GroupFind out more Aug 21 14:00 - 17:00Young Person's Drop InFind out more Aug 23 14:00 - 15:30T1KZ North East PaddleboardingFind out more Aug - [Our History](https://investinginchildren.net/about-us-2/our-history/) - Our History Investing in Children was set up in 1995 as a partnership between Durham County Council and the Strategic Health Authority.In 2004, due to increased interest from other parts of the UK, the Investing in Children Development Agency was established then in May 2013 we became a stand alone Community Interest Company and in - [Residential Service](https://investinginchildren.net/about-us-2/residential-service/) - Our Residential Children's Home Our home was developed in partnership with over 100 care experienced children and young people! In 2017, Investing in Children started to explore the viability of opening up a children’s residential care home. We only wanted to do this if we genuinely thought we could make a difference and create a - [Statement of Purpose](https://investinginchildren.net/about-us-2/statement-of-purpose/) - Statement of Purpose Investing in Children CIO is a registered charity whose purpose is the effective promotion of the human rights of children and young people. We do not make a profit – any surplus we generate is reinvested directly into our work with children and young people. We have been working to promote children’s rights - [Bronze Members](https://investinginchildren.net/membership-award/bronze-members/) - Bronze Members 3-5 years consecutive membership Bronze Status Alliance Psychology Service CAMHS Middlesbrough CAMHS Stockton Durham County Council - Care Leavers & Adoption Team Durham County Council - Consett Families First Team Durham County Council - Durham Youth Council Durham County Council - Fostering Team Durham County Council - Hudson House Durham County Council - - [Silver Members](https://investinginchildren.net/silver-members/) - Silver Members 6-9 years consecutive membership Silver Status Durham County Council - Aycliffe Secure Centre Durham County Council - One Point & Think Family Service Easington & Peterlee Durham County Council - West Rainton Children's Home Tow Law Millennium Primary School Wingate Primary School Resources Evidence Sheet Case Study Template Feedback Form Evidence Sheet Membership - [Gold Members](https://investinginchildren.net/gold-members/) - Gold Members 10 years consecutive membership Gold Status Bensham Manor School - London Blackburn with Darwen - Appletrees Short Breaks Burnopfield Primary CAMHS South Durham - The Acley Centre Child Dynamix Durham County Council - High Etherley Children's Home Resources Evidence Sheet Case Study Template Feedback Form Evidence Sheet Membership Case Study Template Feedback Form - [Contact Us](https://investinginchildren.net/contact-us-2/) - Contact Us Email Address info@investinginchildren.net Phone Number0191 307 7030 Address The Elms, Kimblesworth DH2 3QJ Name Email Message Send - [Freedom Card](https://investinginchildren.net/freedom-card/) - Freedom Card The Freedom Card scheme is funded through Durham County Council and continues to be valued by children, young people and foster carers. The aim of the scheme is to encourage and support children and young people to access community leisure, sports and cultural activities. Freedom Card entitlement: All looked after children and young - [Services](https://investinginchildren.net/adults/services/) - Services We can facilitate a range of events, training, coaching and other services to support you to improve your own focus on listening to the voices of children and young people. All our services are co-developed and co-delivered with children and young people.We will work with you to shape any bespoke service you may need. - [IiC Membership Award™](https://investinginchildren.net/membership-award/) - The Investing in Children Membership Award™ Our Award gives organisations and services national recognition for actively including children and young people in dialogue that results in change.It involves hearing directly from children and young people: how they have a voice and contribute to changes in your work with them. Why does it work? It responds - [Gallery](https://investinginchildren.net/about-us-2/gallery/) - [Library](https://investinginchildren.net/adults/resources-page/) - Library Agenda Days™ An Agenda Day™ is an adult free space, where young people come to talk with their peers to come and share their views and ideas. Below are some Agenda Day™ reports. Universal Credit Young People's Views on Reporting Crimes Health Group Universal Credit Young Peoples Views on Reporting Crimes Health Group Mental Health - [The Drive Project](https://investinginchildren.net/the-drive-project/) - The Drive Project The Drive Project can provide up to £500 funding for driving lessons, a theory test and practical test. The Drive Project is open to young people who are: Aged 17+ who are the responsibility of Durham County Council Durham County Council care leavers up to the age of 21Durham County Council care leavers up to - [About Us](https://investinginchildren.net/about-us-2/) - Investing in Children is a children's rights charity based in County Durham. Children and young people have rights, and are full citizens. - [LGBTQIA+](https://investinginchildren.net/lgbtq/) - LGBTQIA+ Overview This group supports children and young people who identify as LGBTQIA+ to have a voice in shaping and improving services, as well as enhancing support for LGBTQIA+ young people. A year ago, the group identified a need to create a survival guide to support LGBTQIA+ children and young people, as it can be - [Past Groups & Projects](https://investinginchildren.net/past-groups-projects/) - Past Groups & Projects Over the years, Investing in Children has worked in partnership with a wide range of groups and projects dedicated to improving the lives of young people. These initiatives reflect a shared commitment to listening to children’s voices, supporting their development, and creating opportunities for them to influence the services and communities - [Social Care Through the Ages - We Share, We Care](https://investinginchildren.net/social-care-through-the-ages-we-share-we-care/) - Social Care Through the Ages - We Share, We Care This project explored the powerful connection between being in care and being cared for at the end of life. It brought together two organisations—one supporting care-experienced young people and the other working with older adults—to build meaningful relationships and foster mutual understanding across generations.Their additional - [Worldwide Hub - Ukraine and Welcome Project](https://investinginchildren.net/worldwide-hub-ukraine-and-welcome-project/) - Ukraine Project Overview We work with young people from Ukraine who have come to County Durham. The group started with an Agenda Day and decided what they wanted to do to make a different and have led two successful social action projects. Supporting Young People to Lead ChangeThe group came together to reflect on the experiences - [Art and Wellbeing Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/art-and-wellbeing-cafe/) - Art Cafe Overview The Art Café is a vibrant, welcoming space where young people can connect, create, and be themselves. It offers a supportive environment to build friendships, boost wellbeing, and explore creativity. Through art, young people are empowered to share their perspectives, express important messages, and engage with themes around children’s rights. Funding Source - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/extreme-group/) - eXtreme Group Overview A group for children & young people with SEND who live or access services in County Durham. The group is open to everyone who identifies as having a special education need or disability. No diagnosis is needed.The group meet regularly to discuss issues that are important to them and topics set by - [Seen and Heard](https://investinginchildren.net/seen-and-heard/) - Seen and Heard Overview The project explores what childhood was really like in the second half of the twentieth century—told from a child’s perspective, rather than through adult interpretations.Working alongside museums, historians and their local communities, young researchers investigated everyday life in the past. Through surveys, interviews and creative activities, they uncovered real stories and - [Young Trustees](https://investinginchildren.net/young-directors/) - Young Trustees Investing in Children has three Young Trustees: Adam, Ben & Sam. As full members of the IiC Board of Trustees, they have the same voting rights and governance responsibilities as every other trustee. One of our Young Trustees also serves as Deputy Chair of the Board. Young Trustees help shape the direction of the - [Board & Governance](https://investinginchildren.net/about-us-2/board-governance/) - Board & Governance Our Board of Trustees governs Investing in Children CIO, ensuring the organisation pursues its charitable purposes and upholds its values. We currently have seven trustees, including three Young Trustees aged 16-25 who hold full governance authority – including voting rights – and help lead the organisation alongside their adult colleagues. One of our - [Centre for People's Justice](https://investinginchildren.net/centre-for-peoples-justice/) - Centre for People's Justice (CPJ) Overview The Centre for People’s Justice (CPJ) is not a physical centre, it’s an idea/concept, a thought space. It’s led by universities from across the UK including Liverpool, Glasgow, London, Sheffield, Swansea, Wrexham, Leicester. Liverpool is the CPJ headquarters. The Centre is trying to find ways for ordinary people feel - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/decisions-group/) - Decisions Group Overview Children and young people from across Investing in Children come together to take an active role in shaping the organisation. By working collaboratively, they contribute to important discussions and help make key decisions that influence the direction and future of Investing in Children as a whole. Funding Source This work is supported - [T1KZ](https://investinginchildren.net/t1kz/) - T1KZ Overview We work with children, young people, and families across the North East and Cumbria, creating opportunities to connect, share experiences, and build confidence while living with Type 1 diabetes.At T1KZ, we organise a wide range of fun, inclusive sessions that bring families together and encourage them to try new activities in a supportive - [Emotional Wellbeing Locality Forums](https://investinginchildren.net/emotional-wellbeing-locality-forums/) - Emotional Wellbeing Locality Forums Overview The Emotional Wellbeing Locality Forums provide an excellent opportunity for mental health leads from education settings and professionals from the wider mental health support system to come together, share knowledge and best practice, and raise awareness of what support there is available locally. Termly meetings take place across the North, - [Meetings & Forums](https://investinginchildren.net/meetings-forums/) - Meetings & Forums Emotional Wellbeing Locality Forums The Emotional Wellbeing Locality Forums provide an excellent opportunity for mental health leads from education settings and professionals from the wider mental health support system to come together, share knowledge and best practice, and raise awareness of what support there is available locally. Termly meetings take place across - [Mental Health](https://investinginchildren.net/mental-health/) - Mental Health Work CAMHS Participation Groups Investing in Children have a long standing agreement working to support the CAMHS Participation Groups across County Durham. CAMHS is the Child Adolescent Mental Health Service which within Durham is managed by TEWV NHS Foundation Trust and offers community based mental health support to children and young people up - [Investing in You - Dialogue & Change](https://investinginchildren.net/investing-in-you-membership-award/) - Investing in You - Dialogue & Change Membership Scheme The new Dialogue and Change Award will help evaluate the impact of Public Involvement and Community Engagement. The principles of public involvement and community engagement are well established and the benefits to research are also well documented.As an Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), they are committed to - [Volunteering](https://investinginchildren.net/adults/volunteering/) - Volunteering Why volunteer? There are so many reasons to volunteer! You can:Make a real different to people’s livesLearn new skills that could lead to a new jobTransform you CV Work for a cause you care about Meet new people Have fun! Investing in Children value the contributions volunteers make and will provide relevant training and ongoing support. Benefits of - [Adults](https://investinginchildren.net/adults/) - Adults There are many different ways we work with adults to promote the rights of children and young people. We work with parents and carers, academic researchers, service professionals and many more. Please contact us regarding any of the items listed below, or if you have a new idea for partnering with us. Resources Many of our - [Members Area](https://investinginchildren.net/membership-award/members-area/) - Members Area Bronze Status 3-5 years consecutive membership Bronze Members CAMHS Middlesbrough Durham County Council - Consett Families First Team Durham County Council - Fostering Team Durham County Council - Hudson House Durham County Council - Moorside Children's Home Durham County Council - New Lea House Durham County Council - Park House Durham County Council - [Street Law](https://investinginchildren.net/street-law/) - What's Your Care Order and Rights Resource The Street Law Project provides students from Newcastle University Law School opportunities to work collaboratively with children, young people and communities to raise awareness about the law, rights and legal system. Investing in Children collaborated with young people and the Newcastle University Street Law Project to make a - [Gallery](https://investinginchildren.net/gallery-2/) - 25 Broadway12th FloorNew York, NY 10004hello@thefutureproject.org(646) 481-6145 Quick Links Home Young People’s Groups What We Do STM Children’s Home Mental Health Membership Award™ Bronze Members Members Login Quick Links Home About Us Statement of Purpose Meet the Team STM Children’s Home Gallery Our History Board & Governance Adults Services Contact Us Gallery IiC Membership Award™ ## Event Page Template - [Single Event Template](https://investinginchildren.net/?epta=single-event-template) ## Calendars - [Membership Drop-in](https://investinginchildren.net/calendar/membership-drop-in/) - [Test](https://investinginchildren.net/calendar/test/) - Test [when] [location] [description] [link newwindow="yes"]See more details[/link] ## Events - [Community Drop In](https://investinginchildren.net/event/community-drop-in/) - Come and have a tour of our brand new home! We will be open for friends, family and neighbours to come and look around our centre and learn about the fantastic work taking place. We love it. We really hope you will too. - [Art & Wellbeing Cafe (Older Group)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-wellbeing-cafe-older-group-5/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [T1KZ North East Beach Day](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-north-east-beach-day/) - Type 1 Kidz Group Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our - [T1KZ North East Paddleboarding](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-north-east-paddleboarding/) - Type 1 Kidz Group Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our - [Young Person's Drop In](https://investinginchildren.net/event/young-persons-drop-in-3/) - Come and have a tour of our brand new home! See where your activities will be running, and take your time to get comfortable with the space. We love it. We really hope you will too. - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-17/) - We are a group for young people aged up to 25 in Co. Durham with SEND. We meet to share ideas and help to make SEND services better for young people. eXtreme members attend events on behalf of IiC, organise events and work with Durham County Council and the NHS! We enjoy having their voice - [T1KZ Cumbria Roller Skating Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-cumbria-roller-skating-session/) - Type 1 Kidz Group Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our - [Art & Wellbeing Cafe (Older Group)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-wellbeing-cafe-older-group-4/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [Young Person's Drop In](https://investinginchildren.net/event/young-persons-drop-in-2/) - Come and have a tour of our brand new home! See where your activities will be running, and take your time to get comfortable with the space. We love it. We really hope you will too. - [Art & Wellbeing Cafe (Younger Group)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-wellbeing-cafe-younger-group-4/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [Young Person's Drop In](https://investinginchildren.net/event/young-persons-drop-in/) - Come and have a tour of our brand new home! See where your activities will be running, and take your time to get comfortable with the space. We love it. We really hope you will too. - [Art & Wellbeing Cafe (Older Group)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-wellbeing-cafe-older-group-2/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [Art & Wellbeing Cafe (Younger Group)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-wellbeing-cafe-younger-group-3/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [T1KZ Teen Driving Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-teen-driving-session/) - Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our activities aim to help - [Art & Wellbeing Cafe (Older Group)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-wellbeing-cafe-older-group-3/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [Art & Wellbeing Cafe (Younger Group)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-wellbeing-cafe-younger-group-2/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [T1KZ Park Visit](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-park-visit/) - Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our activities aim to help - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-16/) - We are a group for young people in Co. Durham with SEND. We meet to share ideas and help to make SEND services better for young people. eXtreme members attend events on behalf of IiC, organise events and work with Durham County Council and the NHS! We enjoy having their voice heard, being respected, meeting - [Art & Wellbeing Cafe - Older Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-wellbeing-cafe-older-group/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [T1KZ Activity Day](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-activity-day/) - Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our activities aim to help - [T1KZ Trampolining Session (Spaces must be pre-booked)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-trampolining-session-spaces-must-be-pre-booked/) - Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our activities aim to help - [Art & Wellbeing Cafe - Younger Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-wellbeing-cafe-younger-group/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-15/) - (A group for children & young people in County Durham with SEND) - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-14/) - We are a group for young people in Co. Durham with SEND. We meet to share ideas and help to make SEND services better for young people. eXtreme members attend events on behalf of IiC, organise events and work with Durham County Council and the NHS! We enjoy having their voice heard, being respected, meeting - [T1KZ Family Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-family-session-3/) - Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our activities aim to help - [T1KZ Mega Inflatable Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-mega-inflatable-session/) - Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our activities aim to help - [T1KZ Joint Steering & Co-ordination Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-joint-steering-co-ordination-group/) - Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our activities aim to help - [T1KZ Family Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-family-session-2/) - Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our activities aim to help - [Art Cafe - Older Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-older-group/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [Art Cafe - Younger Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-younger-group/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [Art Cafe - Younger Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-younger-group-2/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [Art Cafe - Older Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-older-group-2/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [Art Cafe - Younger Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-younger-group-3/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [Joint CiCC Celebratory Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/joint-cicc-celebratory-session/) - [CiCC Older Group (13 & Over)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-13-over-7/) - Durham Children in Care Council (CiCC) - Up to the age of 18 We are group for children and young people who are looked after in County Durham. We meet every month to talk about life in care and raise any issues we have and the improvements we want to make to Durham County Council. - [T1KZ Family Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-family-session/) - Type 1 Kidz Group Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our - [Centre for People's Justice](https://investinginchildren.net/event/centre-for-peoples-justice/) - [CiCC Younger Group (13 & Under)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-13-under-8/) - Durham Children in Care Council (CiCC) - Up to the age of 18 We are group for children and young people who are looked after in County Durham. We meet every month to talk about life in care and raise any issues we have and the improvements we want to make to Durham County Council. - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-13/) - eXtreme Group (Up to the age of 25) We are a group for young people in Co. Durham with SEND. We meet to share ideas and help to make SEND services better for young people. eXtreme members attend events on behalf of IiC, organise events and work with Durham County Council and the NHS! We - [CiCC Christmas Get Together aged (7-18)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-christmas-get-together-aged-7-18/) - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-12/) - We are a group for young people in Co. Durham with SEND. We meet to share ideas and help to make SEND services better for young people. eXtreme members attend events on behalf of IiC, organise events and work with Durham County Council and the NHS! We enjoy having their voice heard, being respected, meeting - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-57/) - [Type 1 Kidz Climbing Christmas Party](https://investinginchildren.net/event/type-1-kidz-climbing-christmas-party/) - Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our activities aim to help - [CiCC Older Group (13 & Over)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-13-over-6/) - We are group for children and young people who are looked after in County Durham. We meet every month to talk about life in care and raise any issues we have and the improvements we want to make to Durham County Council. CiCC is also an opportunity for children and young people to come together - [Type 1 Kidz Soft Play Christmas Party (3-12 years)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/type-1-kidz-soft-play-christmas-party-3-12-years/) - Since 2001 we have worked with children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes and their families throughout the North East and North Cumbria. We have various monthly group sessions throughout the region, go on day trips, hold cookery workshops, go on an annual residential and more! All of our activities aim to help - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-56/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [CiCC Younger Group (13 & Under)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-13-under-7/) - We are group for children and young people who are looked after in County Durham. We meet every month to talk about life in care and raise any issues we have and the improvements we want to make to Durham County Council. CiCC is also an opportunity for children and young people to come together - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-55/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [Type 1 Kidz Christmas Baking Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/type-1-kidz-christmas-baking-session/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-15/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-54/) - We are a group of children and young people who come together to express and be ourselves. Our group is a way to get creative, in-tune with your mind, feel better in yourself and also make friends. We work on a range of tasks to communicate different messages and projects through the use of art. - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-11/) - We are a group for young people in Co. Durham with SEND. We meet to share ideas and help to make SEND services better for young people. eXtreme members attend events on behalf of IiC, organise events and work with Durham County Council and the NHS! We enjoy having their voice heard, being respected, meeting - [CiCC Older Group (13 & over)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-13-over-5/) - [My Story & Me](https://investinginchildren.net/event/my-story-me/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-53/) - [T1KZ Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-group-session-10/) - [CiCC Younger Group (13 & under)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-13-under-6/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-52/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-14/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-51/) - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-10/) - [T1KZ Steering Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-steering-group/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cage/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-50/) - [CiCC Older Group (13 & over)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-13-over-4/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-49/) - [CiCC Younger Group (13 & under)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-13-under-5/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-48/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-13/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-47/) - [CiCC Younger & Older Group Joint Meeting](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-older-group-joint-meeting/) - [Peer Mentor Training (Fully Booked)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/peer-mentor-training-fully-booked/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-46/) - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-9/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-12/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-45/) - [LGBTQIA+](https://investinginchildren.net/event/lgbtqia-6/) - [Interview Training](https://investinginchildren.net/event/interview-training/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-44/) - [Seen & Heard](https://investinginchildren.net/event/seen-heard-6/) - [CiCC Older Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-6/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-43/) - [CiCC Younger Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-6/) - [Positive Relationships](https://investinginchildren.net/event/positive-relationships/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-42/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-41/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-11/) - [Art Cafe - Durham University Trip (booking required)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-durham-university-trip-booking-required/) - booking is required - info@investinginchildren.net - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-8/) - [CiCC Older Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-5/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-40/) - [CiCC Younger Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-5/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-39/) - [LGBTQIA+](https://investinginchildren.net/event/lgbtqia-5/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-38/) - [LGBTQIA+](https://investinginchildren.net/event/lgbtqia-4/) - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-7/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-10/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-37/) - [LGBTQIA+](https://investinginchildren.net/event/lgbtqia-3/) - [CiCC Older Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-4/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-9/) - [Type 1 Kidz (T1KZ) Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/type-1-kidz-t1kz-group-session/) - [CiCC Younger Group (13 & Under)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-13-under-4/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-36/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-35/) - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-6/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-34/) - [CiCC Older Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-3/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-33/) - [United Voice Celebration Event](https://investinginchildren.net/event/united-voice-celebration-event/) - [CiCC Younger Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-4/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-32/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-8/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-31/) - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-5/) - [Membership Drop-in](https://investinginchildren.net/event/membership-drop-in/) - [CiCC Older Group (13 & Over)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-13-over-3/) - [LGBTQIA+](https://investinginchildren.net/event/lgbtqia-2/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-30/) - [CiCC Younger Group (13 & Under)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-13-under-3/) - [Neuro Drop In Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/neuro-drop-in-session-2/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-29/) - [Neuro Drop In Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/neuro-drop-in-session/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-28/) - [LGBTQIA+](https://investinginchildren.net/event/lgbtqia/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-7/) - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-4/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-27/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-26/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-25/) - [T1KZ Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-group-session-5/) - [T1KZ Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-group-session-9/) - [T1KZ Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-group-session-8/) - [T1KZ Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-group-session-7/) - [T1KZ Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-group-session-6/) - [T1KZ Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-group-session-4/) - [T1KZ Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-group-session-3/) - [T1KZ Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-group-session-2/) - [T1KZ Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/t1kz-group-session/) - [Children in Care Council (CiCC) Older Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/children-in-care-council-cicc-older-group-2/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-24/) - [Children in Care Council (CiCC) Younger Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/children-in-care-council-cicc-younger-group/) - For more information visit - www.durhamcicc.co.uk - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-23/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-6/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-22/) - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-3/) - [LGBTQ+](https://investinginchildren.net/event/lgbtq-3/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-21/) - [Children in Care Council (CiCC) Older Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/children-in-care-council-cicc-older-group/) - For more information visit the CiCC website - www.durhamcicc.co.uk - [Seen & Heard Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/seen-heard-group-5/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-5/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-20/) - [Children in Care Council (CiCC) Younger Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-3/) - For more information please visit the CiCC website - www.durhamcicc.co.uk - [LGBTQ+](https://investinginchildren.net/event/lgbtq-2/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-19/) - [Seen & Heard Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/seen-heard-group-4/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-18/) - [World Mental Health Day Event](https://investinginchildren.net/event/world-mental-health-day-event/) - To book a place, please email info@investinginchildren.net - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-4/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-17/) - [World Mental Health Day Planning Meeting](https://investinginchildren.net/event/world-mental-health-day-planning-meeting-2/) - [Seen & Heard Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/seen-heard-group-3/) - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-2/) - [eXtreme Group Agenda Day](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group-agenda-day/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-16/) - [CiCC Older Group (13 & over)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-13-over-2/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-15/) - [CiCC Younger Group (13 & under)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-13-under-2/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-14/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-3/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-13/) - [Seen & Heard Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/seen-heard-group-2/) - [eXtreme Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/extreme-group/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-12/) - [CiCC Roadshow](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-roadshow/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-11/) - [Seen & Heard Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/seen-heard-group/) - [Investing in Children Open Day](https://investinginchildren.net/event/investing-in-children-open-day/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group-2/) - [LGBTQ+](https://investinginchildren.net/event/lgbtq/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-10/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-9/) - [CiCC Older Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-2/) - [World Mental Health Day Planning Meeting](https://investinginchildren.net/event/world-mental-health-day-planning-meeting/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-8/) - [CiCC Younger Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-2/) - [Seen & Heard](https://investinginchildren.net/event/seen-heard-5/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-7/) - [CiCC Older Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group/) - [Type 1 Kidz (T1KZ) Refresher Day](https://investinginchildren.net/event/type-1-kidz-t1kz-refresher-day/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-6/) - [Type 1 Kidz (T1KZ) Family Group Session](https://investinginchildren.net/event/type-1-kidz-t1kz-family-group-session/) - [CiCC Younger Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group/) - [Seen & Heard](https://investinginchildren.net/event/seen-heard-4/) - [Art Café](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-5/) - [CiCC Older Group (13 & Over)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-older-group-13-over/) - [CiCC Younger Group (13 & Under)](https://investinginchildren.net/event/cicc-younger-group-13-under/) - [Seen & Heard](https://investinginchildren.net/event/seen-heard-3/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-4/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-3/) - [Seen & Heard](https://investinginchildren.net/event/seen-heard-2/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe-2/) - [Decisions Group](https://investinginchildren.net/event/decisions-group/) - [Art Cafe](https://investinginchildren.net/event/art-cafe/) - [Seen & Heard](https://investinginchildren.net/event/seen-heard/) - [LGBTQ+](https://investinginchildren.net/event/test/)