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16 May 2023
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Policy Position PaperAmplifying Voices: Enshrining the Right to Independent Advocacy (2023)
Amplifying Voices: Enshrining the Right to Independent Advocacy (2023) Independent advocacy is a process of helping children and young people to express themselves, empower them to have a say and be heard on issues that affect their life and bring about positive change (with the help of non-governmental professional, known as an Advocate). At EPIC,...
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19 January 2023
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Policy SubmissionSubmission to Public Consultation on the next Government Policy Framework for the Participation of Children and Young People in Decision Making
Submission to Public Consultation on the next Government Policy Framework for the Participation of Children and Young People in Decision Making EPIC acknowledges the progress made by the state in enhancing the rights of children and young people in care or with care experience, both directly and indirectly. The enactment of the Child Care (Amendment)...
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29 November 2022
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Oireachtas BriefingBriefing to the Oireachtas Committee on Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth on Supports for Parents of Children in Care
Briefing to the Oireachtas Committee on Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth on Supports for Parents of Children in Care EPIC’s Opening Statement was delivered by Brenda Kneafsey, Advocacy Officer EPIC is a national organisation working with children in state care, young people in aftercare services and young adults with experience of the care system. We work...