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Kerry and Neil foster carers

East Midlands: Kerry and Neil’s inspiring fostering story

20 February 2025

Kerry and her husband Neil have been fostering for Derbyshire County Council for 12 years, caring for children of all ages—from newborns to 17-year-olds.

India Johal, Mayor Ged Potter and Maryam Riaz

Derby’s new youth mayor elected in record-breaking vote

17 February 2025

Young people across Derby have made their voices heard in a landmark election, choosing their next Youth Mayor in a record-breaking vote.

Successful community event builds futures for young people in Normanton

13 February 2025

An “inspiring” community event took place recently which brought together key local partners to support young people and families to identify employment and education options.

four teenagers sit in a library gathered abound a laptop discussing a project

Derby Libraries awarded grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund

10 February 2025

The money will fund a two-year project at Derby Local Studies and Family History Library.

Chloe McCready

Chloe’s story of growing up with fostering

3 February 2025

Chloe McCready's parents were foster carers and, as she grew older, this experience helped her decide to become a social worker.

Shelley and Lyn Foster Carers

Shelley and Lyn’s story of helping over 100 foster children

27 January 2025

Shelley and Lyn have been foster carers for many years and have helped over 100 children feel safe and cared for in their home.

Primary school aged children sitting at school desks

Have Your Say on Wraparound Childcare in Derby

23 January 2025

We are working with schools to expand their wraparound childcare offer to be able to meet current and future demand.

Mavis’s remarkable fostering journey of love

22 January 2025

Foster for East Midlands is proud to share the amazing journey of Mavis Shirley, a foster carer from Nottingham who has made a huge difference in the lives of many children.

A close up of a child holding up a notebook. On the notebook is handwritten text that reads

Let’s stand together against bullying

20 January 2025

Derby City Council is supporting a campaign to tackle the effects of bullying on the city’s young people.

A group of people gather at Alvaston Park, with two large telescopes, for the stargazing event

Spend an evening under the stars at Alvaston Park

14 January 2025

Get ready for a night of stargazing wonder and cosmic fun as Alvaston Park's annual ‘Star Party’ returns.

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