Introduction
The London Child Poverty Summit is a one-day event that provides opportunities for leaders in London’s third sector to collaborate and communicate key issues impacting children in poverty.
2019 Summit
The Childhood Trust and the London Child Poverty Alliance held the second London Child Poverty Summit on Thursday 17th October 2019. The summit featured presentations, panels, and performances from a wide range of experts on child poverty, including government representatives, educators, healthcare providers, youth workers, and young people affected by poverty. Keynote speeches were made by the Children’s Commissioner for England, Anne Longfield OBE and Debbie Weekes-Bernard, the Deputy Mayor for Social Integration, Social Mobility and Community Engagement.
Every child should have a healthy, happy and safe childhood so that all children are well prepared for life, breaking the cycle of poverty.
The Bedrooms of London exhibition makes visible the often shocking and unseen reality of home life for the 800,000 children living below the poverty line in our capital.
Meals That Matter reduces food poverty in London by providing nutritious meals to disadvantaged children through partnerships with corporate volunteer groups.