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Policy Collaboration

We work collaboratively with many other organisations and individuals on a range of child law issues and are always keen to hear from anyone who thinks they might want to work with us on a particular issue. If you would like to get in touch, please email our Policy & Advocacy Consultant, Fiona Jones, at [email protected].

Using the law to create change: Children's Rights Strategic Litigation Group 

We coordinate a Children's Rights Strategic Litigation Group which meets periodically as a forum for knowledge exchange and collaboration on using the law to further children's rights in Scotland. If you would like to know more or join the group, please contact our Legal Policy Coordinator, Janet Cormack, at [email protected].

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We organise training, including bespoke training, and events on issues relating to child law and children's rights. For more information please visit our training page or contact us at [email protected].

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