Working Together for SEND Families

Joanne Southall • September 4, 2024

Our commitment to co-production means partnering with local experts - you, the parents and carers - to shape services based on lived experiences.


Partnering with Local Campaigners

Campaign groups play a vital role in raising awareness and advocating for change on specific issues.

To amplify our collective impact, we encourage campaigners to share the valuable insights and feedback they receive from parents with us. By bringing these concerns to PCF CWAC, we ensure they reach decision-makers who can drive real change.


The Power of Parent Voice

Your voice matters!

The insights you share guide our discussions with local authorities and service providers. We urge campaigners to share concerns and experiences they gather, so we can effectively represent the broader community. Plus, if parents need further support, we ask campaigners to signpost them to our forum, ensuring every voice is heard and every family gets the right support.


Supporting & Collaborating

While PCF CWAC doesn’t directly campaign due to funding and governance constraints, we support campaign groups by sharing information, raising awareness, and collaborating where our goals align. Together, we can achieve better outcomes for the families we serve.


Challenge

The PCF can challenge the Local Authority on issues related to SEND services and advocate for improvements, but it does not have the authority to hold the council legally accountable. The Forum's role is to provide feedback, raise concerns, and work collaboratively to influence positive change, while formal accountability mechanisms are typically the responsibility of regulatory bodies or legal systems.


At PCF CWAC, our open-door policy and commitment to co-production ensure we remain strong advocates for parents and carers. We invite campaigners to collaborate with us, sharing the parent voice so we can drive positive change at every level.


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If you have any question about PCF, please email us at: contact.pcfcwac@gmail.com or call 07900 840867


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