Under-16 Social Media Ban? AFN Says: “Safety Needs System Change – Not Symbolic Limits

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Action Family Network statement on age limits and social media restrictions A safeguarding-led, rights-based and evidence-informed response to proposals on under-16 social media use Action Family Network (AFN), as a Core Member of the Anti-Bullying Alliance, welcomes the UK-wide debate on whether minimum age limits for social media and restrictions on smartphones in schools should […]

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Uncovering the Advent of British Asians as the New Wave of British Political Leadership & Lessons for Afro-Caribbean Communities

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Introduction Over the past few decades, the British Asian community has emerged as a significant political force in the UK. With increasing political engagement, especially in local and national politics, they have shown a remarkable ability to organise and mobilise their communities towards active participation in the political process. However, there is a stark contrast

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Understanding ADHD

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Introduction This article seeks to explain and provide basic background of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The author is an Advanced Social Work Practitioner in Children’s Safeguarding. The views and expressions in this article are for educational purposes only and should not be used for the medical diagnoses. Understanding ADHD A person with untreated attention

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Understanding Microaggressions in the Workplace

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Introduction Microaggressions are subtle but harmful actions directed at targeted groups. Microaggressions may be verbal, behavioural, or environmental. Those targeted include people of colour, females, those with disabilities, religious minorities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. Although blatant racism is still present in society, microaggressions may be more challenging to recognize. People who communicate microaggressions

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