Archard, Philip, Susi, Karima and O'Reilly, Michelle (2024) Service evaluation of a training initiative in participatory practice with children and young people for early help professionals. Journal of Children's Services, 19 (4). pp. 283-297. ISSN 1746-6660

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Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to report findings from a service evaluation of a training initiative in participatory practice with children and young people (CYP) for early help (EH) professionals. The training was based on the Lundy model of child participation. Design/methodology/approach: A questionnaire-based survey was undertaken of staff completing the training. Within the sample of professionals surveyed, various work contexts were represented. Findings: Reported benefits arising from the training included increased understanding of the utility of the tenets of the Lundy model, as well as changes in practice with CYP. Barriers and issues encountered in seeking to work in a participatory way were identified in relation to time for relationship-building, resources and interprofessional and interagency working. Originality/value: The evaluation findings provide insight into ways training in participatory practice with CYP is experienced by EH professionals. The role of networks of practitioner champions in influencing participatory practice is also addressed, as well as the interface between participatory and relationship-based practice.

Item Type:	Article
Additional Information:	Article publication date: 19 November 2024. Issue publication date: 25 November 2024
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Child participation, Children's rights, Early help, Lundy model, Participation, Relationship-based practice, Training
Subjects:	Children, Young People and Developmental Pyschology > Child Development Children, Young People and Developmental Pyschology > Socialisation
Department/People:	Children, Young Adult and Family Services
URI:	https://tavport-9.eprints-hosting.org/id/eprint/2953

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