Vanessa Longley

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We may not be able to cover everything, but change starts when we speak together.

What do YOU want the Health Minister to know about eating disorders?

I’m meeting Stephen Kinnock MP about the need for more research into ED. But it’s also a chance to share more. I’ve heard from experts by experience. But, if you could have the Health Minister hear one thing, what would it be?

Good to meet with Vanessa Longley, CEO of Beat, to discuss tackling the eating disorder crisis.

In my 6 years as Chair of the ED APPG, I’ve seen the situation worsen. We must keep pushing for better services and stronger support for those affected.

Real pleasure to meet with you Wera.

Tomorrow, join campaigners at the #DumpTheScales march to demand better awareness, treatment, and support for those affected by eating disorders.

For too long, these serious illnesses have been misunderstood and neglected.

🕒 More info here 👇

And we are off! Great to see such an incredible turnout, especially on such a scorcher of a day! 🌞🌞🌞

Heading down Whitehall to fight for better for people affected by eating disorders #DumpTheScales

Thank you!

Beat announces new Chief Executive - Beat Beat is delighted to announce the appointment of Vanessa Longley as its new Chief Executive. Find out more

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When your daughter pops home from uni for the weekend with a ‘couple of friends’

YouTube video by Mayor of London Sadiq Khan We've transformed 100,000 Young People's Lives... Here's How | Mayor of London | Sadiq Khan

“No matter what happens, you’re going to have someone.”

See how mentoring provided by City Hall and London's Violence Reduction Unit is transforming young Londoners' lives.

Mayor hails impact of mentor provision for 100,000 young Londoners The mayor admitted there is still ‘a huge amount’ he wants to do to ensure all young Londoners ‘can grow up to fulfil their potential’

Great to see coverage of Mayor of London meeting some @ChanceUK
mentees. Mentors can be role models at a critical point in children’s lives, most importantly, together, they can find solutions to give children hope for their future.

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Visit www.chanceuk.com to learn more, access resources, and join us to give children back their childhoods #TooYoungToLeaveBehind

This has to change.
We can do better. Early intervention, at the earliest point of need, and proper support can transform futures. Together, we can create a system that works for every child.

@ChanceUK research Primary school exclusions are at an all-time high—and it’s the most vulnerable children who are being let down. Over 97% of excluded pupils have special education need or disabilities, and 90% of those excluded in primary won’t pass GCSE English or Maths.

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What happens when you put a children’s charity CEO in the green room for @BBC breakfast

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Primary school pupil suspensions in England double in a decade Mum Jo says Jacob is very caring but sensory issues led to him being excluded for disruptive behaviour.

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Today, I’ll be on @BBC talking about the growing exclusions crisis that’s leaving thousands of children and families without the support they need. Tune in to hear about @ChanceUK and why early intervention matters—and why we need urgent change.

#TooYoungToLeaveBehind

🤝Together, as members of @London'sViolenceReductionUnit Charities Network, we're working in partnership to ensure young Londoners are safe and able to thrive.

But you lean in, walking alongside children facing the sharp edge of the million pressures the world is throwing at them. The difference you make for these children lasts a lifetime.
🧡 We celebrate, champion and support youth work and the role that trusted adults play in the lives of young people

A call out to every one of Chance UK Youth Workers and all Youth Workers this #YouthWorkWeek. Growing up today is tough: children face more challenges than ever before, and they often feel they’re facing them alone.

You can find out report here:

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If your family is struggling, or you know a child who is, check out chanceuk.com and we’ll do our best to help

Our #TooYoungToLeaveBehind report highlights the critical role of early intervention. By providing the right support at the right time, we can ensure every child has the chance to succeed. Our children can't wait. #SEND #Inclusion #EarlyIntervention

Are we surprised families are losing confidence in the system? BBC on challenges faced by children with SEND shows families feeling let down. @ChanceUK we see families who‘ve waited years for support.

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