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Created by and for #careexperienced young people to give them a voice.

We share stories, experiences and advice with others in care.

Est. 2018. #CEP

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🗳️Are you voting for the first time in the general election on July 4th? 🗳️

Here’s an explanation on how to register to vote and what you’ll need on the day to be able to vote, as well as other useful information ⬇️
https://t.co/QYuqTt8OBa

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Today we wanted to share a blog written by Benita, a care leaver. In addition to discussing social media, she talks about her own experience with it and she offers advice on how to deal with it.

Check it out now on the IMO website

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[Last year] I got to understand my life better. I mean, I never understood why I was not like the rest. Now, I love being the person I am & am glad to know I have the chance to be a conqueror" - Runner up, IMO Christmas Comp #CEP #HappyNewYear2024 🙏🏽🎇

https://t.co/blklbhdIQc

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Thank you @AnnieAGibbs for sharing your message of "embracing your destiny" with us! 💛🙏🏽

Kick start your #NewYear2024 feeling inspired with todays IMO #podcast, for another honest and open conversation between #careexperienced people.

https://t.co/pYo3cAFKcG

#CEP

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"Nobody knows yourself better than you so if you have a passion for something if you believe you can do it nobody should stop you" - Luke, care leaver

The new episode of the IMO #podcast is out now!🎙️

#careexperienced #cep #careleaver

https://t.co/zM5apz6Ust

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"[The musical is] very informative, not only about teaching you to live a better life, but also about why the right foundations make all the difference in the world"

Benita shares her experience of @BigHouseTheatre latest production The Realness. #cep

https://t.co/be1H4kPLaa

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Entries close Sunday 10th December - to enter - fill in the form on our website or email [email protected]🧑‍🎄

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Our Christmas competition is still open! Share with us your greatest achievement and your big ambition for 2024!

Feel free to creative, we have had some beautiful entries so far and cannot wait to see yours!

Big prizes to be won 🎁🌲💜

https://t.co/6FnamqZ4Jw

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The IMO 2023 #ChristmasCompetition is open now!🎅

We want to know what has been your greatest achievement in life &/or what is your big ambition for 2024?

Entries close Sunday 10th December🎄

BIG prizes to be won, don't miss out!🎁

https://t.co/6FnamqZCz4

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"You have insight & wisdom that people far older than you will never posses because they haven't had to fend for themselves, so make sure to take hold of your strengths." @RebekahPierre92 #CEP #socialworker

A new episode of the IMO #podcast is out now!🎙️

https://t.co/f5A2pAERQB

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"People may give up on us, but we cannot give up on ourselves."

#CEP full-time civil servant & solo mum @Itsyourgirlou_ joins Benita, our #careexperienced host, for a discussion on the transition to adulthood as a #careleaver the value of self-belief.

https://t.co/1qQZFch8ws

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In celebration of #NationalCareLeaversWeek2023, we have put together some top tips for #careexperienced young people navigating life.

Check it out here:

https://t.co/a1e5unLyna

#cep #careleaver

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We are SO excited to share more open and honest conversations between #careleavers.

New episodes of The IMO Podcast will be out every Friday afternoon, so make sure to subscribe to our podcast so that you never miss a story!

#careexperience #podcast #CEP

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The day has finally come, our new series of The IMO #Podcast is here!

In this episode Isatu talks to IMO about her story, her work with @amourdestine & how resilience and a positive mindset can help young people navigate their way through adversity. #CEP

https://t.co/fAP8fMtoTQ

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There's still time to have your say on whether #careexperience should be made a #protectedcharacteristic.

Today, we share some anonymous responses from the debate so far & urge you to share your views, whilst the survey is still open! #CEP @ChildrensComm

https://t.co/LGKMoTFIsx

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BIG ANNOUNCMENT: This Friday, the 27th at 4.00pm, the new series of our IMO #podcast is back!

Expect open and honest conversations between #CareLeavers with our new host Benita, a care experienced intern at @ChildrensComm office.

More information to come! #CareLeaversWeek

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To kick start the celebrations for all incredible #CEP on #NationalCareLeaversWeek, we're sharing @ThisIsUsAtUni's Guide for Our Loved Ones!

It takes some load off explaining to loved ones what it is like to be an #estranged or #careexperienced student.
https://t.co/SWp4BzfoJO

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We are excited to read this years winning entries to @CoramVoice's "What makes me different?" #careexperienced creative writing competition.

Our blog post shares last years powerful winning entries. Read it here...

https://t.co/dj2SHbtS3E

#CreativeVoice2024 #CEP

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The Voices 2024 Creative Writing Competition - Open now!🏆

For care experienced children and young people, and care leavers aged 4 -25 years. To express creativity, celebrate imagination, be heard and tell their stories!✍️

🔗https://t.co/QUkLU2zbhs

#CreativeVoices2024

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@CoramVoice we are excited to read this years "What makes me different?" creative pieces.

Check out our blog post which features last year powerful winning entries!
#CreativeVoices2024 #CEP #careexperienced

https://t.co/dj2SHbtS3E

[Coram Voice @CoramVoice]

The Voices 2024 Creative Writing Competition - Open now!🏆

For care experienced children and young people, and care leavers aged 4 -25 years. To express creativity, celebrate imagination, be heard and tell their stories!✍️

🔗https://t.co/QUkLU2zbhs

#CreativeVoices2024

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In the spirit of #WorldMentalHealthDay, we are sharing a powerful blog post written by Benita a care leaver who wanted to share her experience with depression to help others and also offers some advice on how to deal with it. #cep #depression #careleaver https://t.co/iB29JgAzdL