Education & Mental Health Forum - May 2026

Joanne Southall • May 16, 2026

A Day of Connection, Collaboration and Collective Voice
Education, Mental Health & Inclusion Forum – 12th May 2026


We’d like to say a huge thank you to everyone who came along and supported the day. It was a powerful and positive space, bringing together parents, carers and professionals with a shared aim: improving support, inclusion and outcomes for children and young people with SEND.


If you weren’t able to attend, or would like to revisit the day, you can watch highlights from the day here.

Video highlights of the event


Also, you can view the slides from the presentations...

Presentation Slides





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