LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN AND MUSIC: ACHIEVING POSITIVE OUTCOMES

SOLD OUT:  Unfortunately, this event is sold out.  If you would like register for our RESERVE list or register for the FREE interactive webcast, please email your name, job title and organisation to marketing@youthmusic.org.uk

An essential conference for all those working with looked after children, providing delegates with a unique insight into how music can transform young lives. Hosted by Youth Music.

When?   10am - 1pm, Tuesday, 14 June 2011
Where?   Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London WC2E 9DD
How much?   Limited £20 early bird tickets (SOLD OUT). Full price £35 thereafter
Or take part via a FREE interactive webcast of the event - register via email

Who should attend?   Anyone with a professional interest in meeting the needs of looked after children
from across the public, private and voluntary sectors

Delegates will:
• Learn about the latest findings and evidence from a range of national research projects
• Be provided with know-how and practical tips to help them develop and commission effective music projects for looked after children
• Have the opportunity to inform Youth Music's policy in this area through discussion and debate

Speakers include:
• Professor Pat Petrie, Centre for Understanding Social Pedagogy, Institute of Education
• Dr. Douglas Lonie, Research and Evaluation Manager, Youth Music
• Dr. Alison Daubney, freelance music education researcher
• Lucy Stone, Strategic Director, Rhythmix
• Young people from Surrey Care Council talking about their positive experiences with music

The event will include discussion, performances by young musicians and networking opportunities. Refreshments will be provided.

To learn how looked after children can achieve positive outcomes through music:

• Buy £20 early bird tickets (SOLD OUT).  Full price, £35

• Register for the FREE webcast

Places are limited, so early booking is advised.

www.youthmusic.org.uk/lookedafterchildren

Official webcast partner: Indigo Papa

Event partner: National Children's Bureau

With kind thanks to the Royal Opera House

Youth Music is the leading UK charity using music to transform the lives of disadvantaged children and young people.