Vocal Children, Young People & Families Forum

Date and Time: Wednesday 12th November 10.00am - 12.00pm

Venue: Elm Bank Events & Conference Centre, 46 Half Edge Lane, Eccles, M30 9BA

Theme: Child Friendly Salford / Youth Funding Programme

Join us for a morning where we’ll be diving into how Salford is progressing with its Child Friendly ambition, making the city a place where every child and young person has the opportunity to thrive.

We’ll explore:

• The latest developments in the Child Friendly Salford programme, including what workstreams have formed, what’s underway and where the VCSE can get involved
• The Youth Funding Programme and how it’s shaping opportunities for young people across Salford
• Seldom Heard 2025 – what happened and what’s next!

Speakers

• A representative from Salford City Council presenting the new Youth Funding Programme and its links with youth projects across the city
• Katie Kelleher, Head of Service, Early Help and School Readiness – Salford City Council
• Michelle Warburton, Senior Strategic Lead (Children and Young People) – Salford CVS

Why attend

• Get an exclusive update on the performance and direction of youth services and how they connect to broader council priorities
• Hear how young people’s voices, family insights and community partners are shaping Salford’s future through the Child Friendly Salford programme
• Discover practical ways your organisation, community group or family network can engage and contribute

If you’d like to attend, please register your place below.

For more information or help booking on to the event, please email vocal@salfordcvs.co.uk