Southwark IV

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Southwark Independent Voice

Empowering families – creating brighter futures

Welcome to Southwark Parent Carer Forum

Southwark Independent Voice (SIV) was created in 2019 by a group of Southwark parent volunteers of children/young people with SEND aged 0-25.

Having previously struggled to access services and support we decided to come together to improve the pathway and outcomes for families of children/young people aged 0-25 with SEND in Southwark.

Fundamentally, at Southwark Independent Voice (SIV), we work to ensure that families of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in Southwark are heard, supported, and empowered.

How can Southwark Independent Voice help you

About Our Community

We are here to listen to and understand the needs of parent carers and their families, with the aim of improving outcomes for children and young people in Southwark.

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About Our Community

We are here to listen to and understand the needs of parent carers and their families, with the aim of improving outcomes for children and young people in Southwark.

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SIV Membership

Membership is free for Southwark-based parent carers, offering a supportive community of parents and carers navigating the SEND system together.

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SIV Membership

Membership is free for Southwark-based parent carers, offering a supportive community of parents and carers navigating the SEND system together.

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Upcoming SIV Events

Stay updated on events hosted by SIV, as well as other activities happening in and around Southwark! Discover what is happening in your area for you and your family, including workshops, support groups and fun activities.

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Upcoming SIV Events

Stay updated on events hosted by SIV, as well as other activities happening in and around Southwark! Discover what is happening in your area for you and your family, including workshops, support groups and fun activities.

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SEND Explained

Understanding SEND can feel overwhelming, with so many acronyms and technical terms. Our guide breaks everything down into clear, simple explanations to help you navigate the system with confidence.

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SEND Explained

Understanding SEND can feel overwhelming, with so many acronyms and technical terms. Our guide breaks everything down into clear, simple explanations to help you navigate the system with confidence.

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Helpful Resources

Finding reliable information and support is essential when navigating SEND. We’ve put together a list of websites and resources used and recommended by our members to help you find the guidance you need.

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Helpful Resources

Finding reliable information and support is essential when navigating SEND. We’ve put together a list of websites and resources used and recommended by our members to help you find the guidance you need.

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Our Friendly Committee

SIV was created by a group of parents that spent many years in and out of crisis, feeling totally alone and abandoned. We were extremely lucky that our paths crossed and our well being improved.

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Our Friendly Committee

SIV was created by a group of parents that spent many years in and out of crisis, feeling totally alone and abandoned. We were extremely lucky that our paths crossed and our well being improved.

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Unsure what to do or who to ask?

If you’re feeling uncertain about what steps to take or who to reach out to for support, don’t worry—help is available. Simply click the button below to connect with a friendly and knowledgeable member of Southwark Independent Voice, who will be happy to assist you.

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