Children North East are leading experts in Poverty Proofing漏. Join them for an introduction to Poverty Proofing漏 and its uses in helping to manage childhood poverty.
With the increasing focus on health inequalities, CORE20+5 and the broader determinants of health this webinar will give participants an awareness of the barriers to health families experiencing poverty may face.
Learning outcomes
- Understand poverty as a concept
- Understand the ethos and principles of Poverty Proofing漏 within healthcare settings
- Gain an awareness of some of the most common barriers to health identified through Poverty Proofing漏
- Learn about the ways to get involved with Poverty Proofing漏
Audience
- Consultant paediatricians
- SAS doctors
- Locally employed doctors
- Paediatric trainees
- Midwives and health visitors
- GPs and GP trainees
- Public health doctors
- Dieticians
- Pharmacists
It is also suitable for an international audience, with caveats on data (which is UK & Ireland) and treatment approaches which will be most relevant to the UK context.
Presenter
Ailbhe Cashman
Ailbhe is a Poverty Proofing Coordinator at Children North East, committed to addressing social equity within health settings. With a background in community support and advocacy, she brings expertise from roles at Citizen's Advice and primary care networks. Ailbhe's educational experience is in the field of psychology, where she focused on the impact of unstable childhood relationships on identity and the ability to self-advocate. Passionate about social justice, she strives to effect positive change through raising awareness and research-driven initiatives.
皇家华人 Children North East
Based in Newcastle upon Tyne and working nationally Children North East are a longstanding charity with a mission for all babies, children and young people to grow up happy and healthy.
For more information
Please contact the RCPCH Education Team by email: rcpchlearning@rcpch.ac.uk
Useful links
RCPCH Full Day training: How to Manage: Childhood Poverty
Boost Platform:
Children North East Website: