2025-03-31-accounts - Neath Port Talbot Children's Rights Unit

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CHILDRENYS RIGHTS UNIT ANNUAL REPORT TO THE 2025 AGM 13TH NOVEMBER 2025 '41 orking together to make Children S Yighfr a Yeality @' www.childrensrightsunit.org.uk X @childrightsunit

OUR VISION

Neath Port Talbot Children’s Rights Unit (CRU) is a charity that was established to promote and protect the rights of children and young people in Neath Port Talbot and the surrounding areas. The unit aims to make the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), a reality for children, young people and their families.

The CRU was first established in 2003 and is governed by a Board of Trustees who are responsible for overseeing the work of the charity and its long-term direction.

It provides opportunities for children and young people up to the age of 25 to develop the confidence and skills to understand and exercise their rights, thus becoming active citizens in their communities, and aims to advance the education of duty bearers to understand their role in enabling children and young people to access their rights.

OUR VALUES

Board Members and staff believe in:

a ‘Children’s Rights Approach’ in everything we do
equal opportunities for all
becoming the best that you can be
partnership and holistic working
empowering and transforming attitudes

OUR STAFF

Jannine Smith | Director/Company Secretary Victoria Owen | Training and Support Officer Clare Pritchard | Children’s Rights Project Development Officer

FOREWORD

At the Children’s Rights Unit we believe that every child and young person deserves to grow up safe, happy, healthy, and empowered to be heard. Our mission is to promote, and protect the rights of children and young people - no matter their background, circumstances, or challenges they face.

It is with great pride that I present this year’s Annual Report on behalf of our Board of Trustees and staff for the period April 2024 to March 2025. In this report, we reflect on a year of great progress and powerful partnerships. From our community outreach and education to supporting professionals and organisations to ensure the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child are prioritised in everyday practice.

From amplifying youth voices to ensuring vulnerable children have a say in the services they need, our team has remained committed to protecting and promoting children’s rights. Central to our work lies a simple but powerful belief: that every child and young person has the right to be safe, respected and heard and we remain committed to putting children and young people at the heart of everything we strive to accomplish. Their views, voices and stories are key in shaping what we do, allowing us to advocate for them and challenge barriers and inequalities in our communities.

Thank you to our funders, Neath Port Talbot Council, Swansea Bay University Health Board, and Pen Y Cymoedd Wind Farm Community Fund CIC for believing in us. We would also like to note our gratitude to Neath Port Talbot Council for Voluntary Service who continue to provide support and guidance.

This year we bid a fond farewell to long standing trustee Phil Treseder, Phil has been with us from the very beginning of our journey as a loyal, passionate and steadfast advocate for children’s rights. Phil’s unwavering dedication and tireless efforts to advancing children’s rights have made a meaningful difference to the lives of many children and young people. His work as a trustee is not only deeply appreciated - it is truly inspiring.

Together, with the support of our partners, dedication of our trustees and staff, and children and young people themselves, we are striving to build a fairer, more inclusive future where every child’s voice counts. To each of you: thank you. Your belief in our mission allows us to keep pushing boundaries and striving for a future where every child’s rights are recognised and realised.

With gratitude

Mark Dacey Chair

OUR BOARD

Mark Dacey | Director/Chair

Pat Dunmore | Director

Susan Anne Jones MBE DL | Director/Treasurer

Sophie Millar | Director

Mari Shufflebotham | Director Phil Treseder | Director (up to 24.10.24)

MOMENTS THAT MATTERED

Our Annual Report for this year showcases our organisation’s support for children and young people’s rights, highlighting key achievements, partnerships and the impact of collaboration.

IN THEIR OWN WORDS

“The CRU have worked closely with Children’s Services throughout the year to support us to embed children’s rights into practice, this has ensured that we are working towards integrating children’s rights into every aspect of policy and practice. In addition, the CRU have supported BAYouth to have their voices heard and undertake many activities including exploring paediatric environments through a young person’s lens to ensure things are working well from a patient experience perspective. All of this work is helping to ensure that children’s rights are embedded at the core of our service planning, empowering children to participate in many initiatives and ensuring we take their views explicitly into account.”

Vicki Burridge, Head of Nursing and Janet Millward, Deputy Head of Nursing, Swansea Bay University Health Board.

“Over 40 professionals including Registered Nurses, Health Care Support Workers and Clinical Nurse Specialists attended the training. staff reported that they enjoyed the training and requested a longer session than was initially timetabled. We accommodated this request. This year the training will focus on putting their ideas into reality.”

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Rachel Isaac, Practice Development Nurse, Swansea Bay University Health Board.

Swansea Bay University Health Board

“NPT Child Services has a close working relationship with Jannine Smith - Director, Children's Rights Unit. The CRU plays a key role in ensuring we champion the voice of the child and embed children's rights into our daily work. The charity works tirelessly to support our care experienced children and young people through weekly groups, social action projects, residentials, trips and so much more.”

Darren Bartley, Engagement and Participation Officer, Neath Port Talbot Council.

“Jannine from the Children's Rights Unit has been instrumental in helping us focus on our duty-bearing responsibilities as Children's Rights Champions. Thanks to Jannine's unwavering support, we have significantly improved our service delivery by making essential changes to our working practices that address the needs and rights of children under Social Services. We are proud to have a dedicated group of Children's Rights Champions who have developed a set of "Promises" to our Care Experienced Children and our Care and Support population. Jannine is always available to provide the support we need in relation to Children's Rights, ensuring that we can continue to uphold and advocate for the rights of the children we serve.”

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Mel Weaver, Performance/Quality and Practice Neath Port Talbot Council Manager, Neath Port Talbot Council.

“The best thing about Hope is that I can have an impact on the fostering system.” Hope member

“I joined because I wanted to volunteer in my community and understand health services for children and young people. I’m considering a career in health and thought joining BAYouth would give me the opportunity to be part of making a change.”

BAYouth member

“We can talk openly and no one feels left out.”

Hope member

“I joined BAYouth to help people understand how to make hospitals better for children and young people who need extra help to understand things around them.”

BAYouth member

“I enjoy having new experiences.”

YoVo member

“Something I love about being a part of BAYouth is that I feel part of a community. Despite being a new member, I feel that BAYouth is a very inclusive environment and I feel listened to.”

BAYouth member

“The group has made me feel comfortable and it feels like home.”

YoVo member

“The knowURights project educates us about our rights and helps us to use our voice.”

“Working with Clare and the Children’s Rights Unit has proven to be an enlightening and incredibly rewarding experience. The charity's efforts, spearheaded by Clare, have made a significant impact, especially through the range of workshops conducted in school. These sessions have not only raised awareness but also empowered pupils with the knowledge to engage in important social issues.”

Louise Morgan-Doyle, School Senedd, Ysgol Cwm Brombil

“I think other schools should have Children's Rights workshops because it is an interactive way of learning the importance of Children's Rights.”

“The knowURights workshops help us to understand the things young people go through all over the world.”

“We now get asked about our views in the youth forum.”

“The KnowURights project educates us about our rights and helps us to use our voice.”

“I think other schools should have Children's Rights workshops because it is an interactive way of learning the importance of Children's Rights”

“I enjoyed the 15 steps challenge, seeing that children are prioritised in their healthcare even in the ED. Ensuring that they are comfortable and calm even in the most stressful moments.”

“I now understand my children's rights.”

“We now get asked about our views in the youth forum.”

BAYouth member

“The best part was talking to staff and patients about their experiences in the department.”

BAYouth member

“Our longstanding partnership of over six years with the NPT Children's Rights Unit continues to empower our learners in student voice roles through a rights-based approach.”

James Morris, Senior Student Involvement, Wellbeing and Inclusion Officer, NPTC Group of Colleges.

YOVO - YOUR VOICE MATTERS

Cyngor Castell-nedd Port Talbot Neath Port Talbot Council

Care experienced group YoVo have enjoyed a fun-filled year of wellbeing activities and experiences that supported their growth and development, giving them opportunities to feel empowered to speak up, get involved, and lead positive change.

NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL

INTRODUCTION

Neath Port Talbot Council Children’s Services are dedicated to upholding and promoting the rights of children and young people. We have supported them to develop Children’s Rights Promises and we have built a close collaborative culture through sharing knowledge, resources and skills to support the local authority to realise it’s strategic commitment to embedding children’s rights into practice.

“It is truly satisfying to work with a Local Authority who values the rights of the child to the same extent as the Children’s Rights Unit and shares our aim of making the rights of the child a reality for our communities. We look forward to continuing our work in protecting and respecting children’s rights in Neath Port Talbot now and in the future.”

Mark Dacey, Chair, Children’s Rights Unit.

As Community Ambassadors members of YoVo gave their views on ‘Monthly Matter’ issues and topics. Members met the Welsh Youth Parliament Engagement Officer

Members met the Welsh Youth Parliament Engagement Officer and gained a deeper understanding of democracy by exploring how their voices can shape decisions.

YoVo members made their voices heard on key issues by engaging with the Police and Crime Commissioners office to influence decisions that impact their lives.

Young people were given the opportunity to be at the heart of the fostering process by posing questions to be asked at foster carer panels.

Care-experienced young people took part in a series of creative and empowering workshops delivered by Voices from Care Cymru at their special celebration event. These sessions gave young people the space to connect, share their experiences, and express their voices on the issues that matter most to them.

HOPE – CHAMPIONING GIRL’S RIGHTS

Girls’ Rights group ‘Hope’ is a safe and supportive space for care-experienced girls to connect socially, enjoy themselves, the group gives them a platform to be heard and influence change on issues close to their hearts.

Hope awarded winners of the Children, Young People and Families category for their Safer Spaces sexual harassment project.

Hope members became ‘Yoga Junkies’ and challenged themselves with yoga positions and aerial yoga as well as exploring meditation and sharing positive affirmations with each other. “It washed all my worries away” “I totally switched off”

The Fostering Network event provided a platform for young people to express their views and actively contribute to shaping fostering services throughout Wales.

Universal Children’s Day was marked with a creative arts and crafts sessions where young people explored children’s rights and expressed positive messages through their artwork.

Members collaborated with the Children’s Commissioner for Wales office and shared their experiences of being care experienced alongside young people from all over Europe in Slovakia. The young people involved brought their voices back to Wales and supported an interactive exhibition at the Senedd. Sponsored by Sioned Williams MS the ‘Lwc’ exhibition shared the personal stories of care experienced children and young people through a physical and audio exhibition. The exhibition also travelled to Neath Port Talbot and enabled staff to take a walk in their shoes and learn what care experienced children and young people have to say.

“When in care, don’t treat them differently to other kids in the house like they are not worthy of love.”

“What made it worse was the moving, seeing all your things in the car and not knowing what was in there.”

“It’s really frustrating because when you say this is what I need or this is what I want to be more comfortable and they don’t help you with it then sometime it can mess with your brain and then when you react in a way they don’t like they can get all angry and frustrated with you when it’s not your fault.”

HEALTH AND WELL-BEING ACTIVITIES

Throughout the year children and young people took part in a wide range of fun and engaging activities and events, where they had the opportunity to make new friends, learn valuable skills, and create lasting memories.

CHILDREN’S SERVICES STAFF CONFERENCE

Members of Hope took to the stage and shared their experiences with professionals.

A six-week programme connecting to nature with Coed Lleol

BIG CHAT

14+ young people gave their views on transitioning between services at the Independent Reviewing Officer Big Chat event.

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CALM MINDS

YoVo and Hope joined up on their Calm Minds project – a wellbeing bag of information for care experienced children.

Children learning how to take care of therapy dogs

Thank you to MS Dawn Bowden for visiting the group.

Thank you to the NPT Youth Fund for awarding the grant for this project.

CHILDREN’S RIGHTS CHAMPIONS

Children’s Services now have over 15 Champions actively advocating for and embedding children’s rights within their roles.

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Swansea Bay University Health Board

PUPIL WORK EXPERIENCE

More than 30 young people learned about their rights through Children’s Services work experience programmes.

By integrating children’s rights into work experience programs, we are able to empower young people to understand their rights and the rights of all children.

CORPORATE PARENTING PANEL

Members of the Corporate Parenting Panel are dedicated to listening to the voices of children and young people, ensuring their rights are not only heard but upheld in practice.

SWANSEA BAY UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

INTRODUCTION

Our partnership with Swansea Bay University Health Board continues to strengthen, driven by effective collaboration and a shared commitment to listening to the voices of children and young people. Together, we are working to enhance paediatric health services. The Health Board remains dedicated to engaging professionals and empowering them to embed children’s rights at the heart of their practice.

“We are privileged to now be in the position to be providers for the next 3 years in this essential area of the health board’s work. Going forward we are ambitious and eager to continue to support and work closely with all relevant staff across all areas of the health board that children and young people either directly access or indirectly encounter. We look forward to continuing to work in close partnership initiating, planning and delivering new and innovative initiatives and bespoke training to meet the CRU’s stated aims and the health board’s commitment to meeting children and young peoples’ rights in line with the UNCRC.”

Susan A Jones MBE DL, Treasurer, Children’s Rights Unit.

JUNIOR SAFEGUARDING

BOARD (JSB)

This year the JSB focussed on the development of a sexual harassment campaign to raise awareness of sexual harassment in schools.

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BAYOUTH – YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD

Swansea Bay was the first health board in Wales to establish a youth advisory board. BAYouth:

Are youth led (with the support of CRU and SBUHB staff)
Are dedicated to improving health services for children and young people
Represent the voices of children and young people across SBUHB area
Influence the decision-making process

Eight BAYouth meetings were held this year

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We continue to support members by organising meeting agendas, collating papers, preparing minutes and action points, coordinating speakers, and providing in-meeting support to ensure members’ voices are heard and valued.

Ten new members joined

BAYouth’s priorities are:

Mental health and well being
Public Health
Adolescent Services & Transition

BAYouth members were offered numerous opportunities to contribute their voices to a range of issues and projects related to children’s and young people’s health services.

Members shared their thoughts on accident prevention and how to raise awareness to young people.

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BAYouth created a School Nurse drop-in poster for the School Nursing Service. The poster has been distributed across Swansea Bay secondary schools.

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“Thank you again to yourself for supporting our service to ensure the voices of young people are very much heard and put into use.”

Joanne Jones, Operational Team Manager for School Nursing and Looked After Children (NPT), SBUHB.

15 STEPS CHALLENGE

TRAINING

Members were given the opportunity to learn about children’s rights and attend an accredited training course.

It’s been a busy year with many 15 steps completed by BAYouth members who volunteered to explore clinical environments and share their observations and feedback from a young person’s perspective.

“Throughout the training experience I thoroughly enjoyed developing my understanding of the core elements and responsibilities of being a board member. Information has been presented in a way that promotes an in depth, genuine understanding of each of the key areas - this proved particularly helpful when covering topics that were new to me, such as content relating to the potential financial aspects of trustees’ responsibilities. Discussion with others, followed by self-reflection, has also been enlightening - I feel more equipped for future team work settings.”

BAYouth member.

TOPS & PANTS

Tops & Pants is a child-friendly feedback mechanism to accurately capture children's perspectives on their healthcare experiences.

CHILDREN’S RIGHTS TRAINING

“I like talking to staff about their experiences and passion for maintaining efficient and effective patient care.”

“The atmosphere in the department was welcoming, all staff were friendly.”

New starters

Over 40 new starters attended ‘Children’s Rights in Practice’ training as part of their induction programme.

A CHILDREN’S RIGHTS APPROACH

Workshops throughout the year empowered staff to commit to ideas and generate actions to take forward in their roles across the health board.

KNOWURIGHTS PROJECT

The KnowURights project is dedicated to making children’s rights real in everyday life by creating meaningful opportunities for young people to:

Learn about their rights
Express their views
Develop their talents
Connect with others
Become active participants in their communities

At the heart of this project is the belief that every child and young person has the right to be heard, valued, and supported to reach their full potential.

COMMUNITY PROJECTS

We’ve helped create safe, inclusive spaces where young people can understand, explore and express their rights. Each project was designed to highlight a specific article, ensuring children not only learn about their rights but also experience them in action.

“Over 40 professionals including Registered Nurses, Health Care Support Workers and Clinical Nurse Specialists attended the training. Staff reported that they enjoyed the training and requested a longer session than was initially timetabled. We accommodated this request. This year the training will focus on putting their ideas into reality.”

Rachel Isaac, Practice Development Nurse, Swansea Bay University Health Board.

“Good discussions. Thought provoking.”

“Great session, made you think about what more could be done.”

CAMHS CHAMPIONS

Staff from the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service were supported to put their ideas into action in 2024.

“We now have a group of informed Children’s Rights Champions in our service and a plan that will enable us to embed Children’s Rights into our everyday health care practice.”

Sarah Griffith, Art Psychotherapist, Swansea Bay Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Services (CAMHS).

GWYNFI MINERS CLUB HUB

Our young champs explored Article 15 and shared their ideas for the young person’s summer program in the Upper Afan Valley.

Young people crafted fidget toys to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week.

Celebrating Pride Month in style! Staff and young people had fun creating tie dye socks, proudly wearing pronoun badges and crafting beautiful friendship bracelets.

Carnival games sparked important discussions around voting.

Designing sustainable poppies - young people learnt about our past and remembered those who came before us.

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Young people met monthly in Corrwg Hub to share their views on things that matter to them, including their local environment and community. From creative sessions like nail art to environmental projects like seed bombing and the Big Garden Birdwatch, these gatherings empowered young people to influence decisions affecting their community and learn about protecting the

environment

We had a blast at the Glyncorrwg Youth Forum's nails and natter session! Designing nail art while

Designing nail art while brainstorming ideas for summer activities in their community was pure fun!

Young champions made seed bombs and nurtured seeds in bags! Empowering our future generation to be stewards of our planet.

Repurposing old clothes into stylish accessories, showing creativity & care for our planet. We also discussed how everyone’s style is unique, just like them!

The launch of the Youth Board at Gwynfi Miners established a platform for youth leadership and collective action gives young people a formal voice in local decision-making and an opportunity to build their confidence, develop skills, and make positive changes in their communities.

The Young Persons Forum organised a ‘litter pick & play’ and put children’s rights into action by looking after their environment.

Young people got creative and made tie-dye bags to celebrate how we are all different and unique!

The youth forum celebrated World Gratitude Day by creating cards to thank the trustees and committee members for all their hard work.

The young people at Corrwg Hub finished the year with a Christmas party. Celebrating their right to relax and play.

Using recycled materials, the Youth Forum built amazing creations and learnt about sustainability and the importance of reducing waste.

Tick Tock Baking! Mixing to decorating, the youth club whipped up some delicious creations while building skills and friendships

SCHOOL HOLIDAY EVENTS AND DEDICATED SPACES

The KnowURights project made it a priority to bring free, inclusive events directly into communities in the Upper Afan Valley, ensuring every child and young person had the opportunity to enjoy their right to play, connect with others, and be part of something positive.

We asked young people what they wanted to see throughout the year and created a programme of events shaped by their ideas. These events not only supported their right to relax and play but also promoted the right to meet friends and join groups, by creating accessible spaces to build friendships and reduce isolation. By helping to remove barriers and prioritising local delivery, children and young people also enjoyed their right to participation and being heard within their own communities.

CHILDREN’S RIGHTS ADVENTURE ACTIVITY BOOK FOR YOUNG

ADVOCATES

Our ‘Children's Rights Adventure Activity Book for Young Advocates’ workbooks were given out at local school fairs empowering young minds to understand and advocate for their rights.

LAUNCH OF THE YOUNG PERSONS NEWSLETTER

We proudly launched the Young Persons Newsletter in the Upper Afan Valley, it created opportunities for children and young people to:

Share their voices: contributing stories, ideas, and opinions on issues that matter to them

Access information: learning about local events, workshops, and activities where they can meet friends and join groups
Celebrate achievements: highlighting positive stories from across the Upper Afan Valley, showcasing how young people are making a difference in their communities

AFAN VALLEY ROCK

Young people accessed free guitar lessons, celebrating World Music Day and expressing themselves through music.

PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN’S RIGHTS WORKSHOPS

We travelled to the federation of primary schools across the Upper Afan Valley to help children learn about their rights. We used games, crafts, and interactive storytelling to bring rights to life. Pupils developed a strong understanding of how they can enjoy and protect their rights and the rights of others.

Cymer Afan pupils explored different emotions and activities to be more mindful, alongside ways to keep our body and mind healthy.

Pupils from Cymer Afan Primary School became official Kindness Ambassadors during Anti Bullying week. They made a plan to take action and spread kindness and positivity.

AFAN HOME EDUCATORS

Home educated children enjoyed a range of creative and educational workshops which provided opportunities to learn life skills, connect with peers, and explore their talents.

Mini medics learnt essential first-aid skills in a fun, interactive way!

Young people took care of animals, met friends, and explored their interests.

Exploring article 29 pupils from Croeserw Primary used their map aA‘e reading skills and explored their talents together.

The children enjoyed a wonderful celebration of festive Christmas baking.

The Afan Home Educators gathered at Cymmer Library for a fun session of Minecraft Art!

Celebrating children’s right to play highlighted that play is a fundamental right that supports learning, wellbeing, and healthy development.

Primary schools across the Upper Afan Valley celebrated what makes each child unique with our Your Name, Your Identity sessions where children designed their personal shields.

COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL WORKSHOPS – CURIOSITY QUEST: ENGAGE, EXPLORE, LEAD!

Our innovative ‘Curiosity Quest’ programme empowered secondary school pupils to engage in critical discussions about mental health, inclusion and healthy relationships. Activities included Lego challenges, debates, and creative projects that built leadership skills and promoted empathy and resilience.

GET ON BOARD CYMRU – ‘PREPARING TO BE A BOARD MEMBER’ TRAINING

The Get on Board Cymru project delivered training to young people, empowering them to speak up, be heard, and become active citizens in their communities.

Ysgol Cwm Brombil Senior School Senedd had deep conversations about 'Privilege' and how we can build empathy and raise awareness around inequality.

The Junior School Senedd shared their views on screen time, the session raised awareness of the impact that excessive screen time can have on stress levels, and pupils discussed ways to promote healthy digital habits to manage stress effectively.

The Junior and Senior Senedd explored Human Rights Day and Children's Rights, they talked about the importance of having a voice in their communities and the world, and the incredible changes that can happen when those voices are heard. Pupils embraced the concept of being ‘Torchbearers of Change’, lighting the way for generations to come.

The School Senedd explored navigating Healthy Relationships, working together to discuss respect, communication, and building positive connections.

Pupils had a great time playing digital Guess Who, they gained the skills to take control of their digital experiences while understanding their rights & responsibilities.

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE AND OFFICER TRAINING FOR NPTC

GROUP OF COLLEGES

Over 150 students attended our bespoke Student Representative training.

“Our longstanding partnership of over six years with the NPT Children's Rights Unit continues to empower our learners in student voice roles through a rights-based approach. Students who are new to roles such as class representative, student union member, ambassador, or student governor are supported in building their confidence in meeting settings. They develop essential listening and verbal communication skills, enabling them to actively contribute to discussions and debates. Throughout this process, they are encouraged to apply the Nolan Principles, ensuring they act with integrity, fairness, and in the best interests of their peers.”

James Morris, Senior Student Involvement, Wellbeing and Inclusion Officer, NPTC Group of Colleges.

CONCLUDING REMARKS

As we reflect on the progress made over the past year, it is clear that the fight for children's rights is not over. While we have seen meaningful advancements, including increased awareness and education, improved services and greater participation, we are aware that significant challenges and inequalities still persist. Every child has the right to safety, health, education, and a voice in shaping their own future and we’d like to note sincere thanks to all the children and young people who have been part of this journey, your input reminds us of the importance of listening and taking action. Your voices continue to guide our mission and shape our purpose.

As we look ahead, we know that our work is far from over and we remain steadfast in our commitment to advocating for and upholding the rights of every child in our communities. With continued collaboration with our funders, partners, communities and children and young people themselves, we are dedicated to renewing our efforts in the coming year to ensure that we build a future where every child thrives.

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REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND

UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

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CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

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Independent Examiner's Report		9
Statement of Financial Activities		10
Balance Sheet		11
Notes to the Financial Statements	12	12 to20
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities		21

NEATH PORT TALBOT CHILDREN'.$ RIGHTS UNIT

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).

Our Vision

Neath Port Talbot Children's Rights Unit (CRU) is a charity that was established to promote and protect the rights of children and young people in Neath Port Talbot and the surrounding areas. The unit aims to make the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), a reality for children, young people and their families.

The CRU was first established in 2003 and is governed by a Board of Trustees who are responsible for overseeing the work of the charity and its long-term direction.

Our Values

Board Members and staff believe in:

A 'Children's Rights Approach' in everything we do Equal opportunities for all Becoming the best that you can be Partnership and holistic working Empowering and transforming altitudes

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ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE

Charitable activities

Our Annual Report for this year showcases our organisation's support for children and young people's rights, highlighting key achievements, partnerships and the impact of collaboration.

NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL

Neath Port Talbot Council Children's Services are dedicated to upholding and promoting the rights of children and young people. We have supported them to develop Children's Rights Promises and we have built a close collaborative culture through sharing knowledge, resources and skills to support the local authority to realise it's strategic commitment to embedding children's rights into practice.

YOVO -YOUR VOICE MATTERS

As Community Ambassadors members of YoVo gave their views on 'Monthly Matter' issues and topics.

Members met the Welsh Youth Parliament Engagement Officer and gained a deeper understanding of democracy by exploring how their voices can shape decisions. YoVo members made their voices heard on key issues by engaging with the Police and Crime Commissioners office to influence decisions that impact their lives.

Young people were given the opportunity to be at the heart of the fostering process by posing questions to be asked at foster carer panels.

HOPE - CHAMPIONING GIRL'S RIGHTS

Girls' Rights group 'Hope' is a safe and supportive space for care-experienced girls to connect socially, enjoy themselves, the group gives them a platform to be heard and influence change on issues close to their hearts.

Hope awarded winners of the Children, Young People and Families category for their Safer Spaces sexual harassment project.

Hope members became 'Yoga Junkies' and challenged themselves with yoga positions and aerial yoga as well as exploring meditation and sharing positive affirmations with each other.

The Fostering Network event provided a platform for young people to express their views and actively contribute to shaping fostering services throughout Wales.

As part of a creative project with Rewise, young people wrote and produced a song inspired by their community, crafting meaningful lyrics based on their positive experiences and experimenting with different instruments to bring their music to life.

Universal Children's Day was marked with a creative arts and crafts sessions where young people explored children's rights and expressed positive messages through their artwork.

Members collaborated with the Children's Commissioner for Wales office and shared their experiences of being care experienced alongside young people from all over Europe in Slovakia. The young people involved brought their voices back to Wales and supported an interactive exhibition at the Senedd. Sponsored by Sioned Williams MS the 'Lwc' exhibition shared the personal stories of care experienced children and young people through a physical and audio exhibition. The exhibition also travelled to Neath Port Talbot and enabled staff to take a walk in their shoes and learn what care experienced children and young people have to say.

HEAL TH AND WELL-BEING ACTIVITIES

A six-week programme connecting to nature with Coed Lleol
Nurturing Alpaca's @Alpacamyboots
Children learning how to take care of therapy dogs

CHILDREN'S SERVICES STAFF CONFERENCE

Members of Hope took to the stage and shared their experiences with professionals.

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BIG CHAT

14+ young people gave their views on transitioning between services at the Independent Reviewing Officer Big Chat event.

CALM MINDS

Yo Vo and Hope joined up on their Calm Minds project - a wellbeing bag of information for care experienced children.

CHILDREN'S RIGHTS CHAMPIONS

Children's Services now have over 15 Champions actively advocating for and embedding children's rights within their roles.

PUPIL WORK EXPERIENCE

More than 30 young people learned about their rights through Children's Services work experience programmes.

By integrating children's rights into work experience programs, we are able to empower young people to understand their rights and the rights of all children.

CORPORATE PARENTING PANEL

Members of the Corporate Parenting Panel are dedicated to listening to the voices of children and young people, ensuring their rights are not only heard but upheld in practice.

JUNIOR SAFEGUARDING BOARD (JSB)

This year the JSB focussed on the development of a sexual harassment campaign to raise awareness of sexual harassment in schools.

SWANSEA BAY UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

BA YOUTH - YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD

Swansea Bay was the first health board in Wales to establish a youth advisory board. BAYouth:

Are youth fed (with the support of CRU and SBUHB staff)
Are dedicated to improving health services for children and young people
Represent the voices of children and young people across SBUHB area
Influence the decision-making process

BAYouth's priorities are:

Mental health and well being
Public Health
Adolescent Services & Transition

Members llhan and Isabel spoke at the health board's Children's Summit, they shared BAYouth's priorities and challenged participants to consider their responsibilities in ensuring children's rights are acknowledged and implemented.

BAYouth members were offered numerous opportunities to contribute their voices to a range of issues and projects related to children's and young people's health services.

Members shared their thoughts on accident prevention and how to raise awareness to young people.

Hospital Passports provide information for children and young people on their hospital journey. Members appreciated being involved in their development.

BA Youth created a Schoof Nurse drop-in poster for the School Nursing Service. The poster has been distributed across Swansea Bay secondary schools.

New eye-catching Children's Menus designed by members of BAYouth were launched and showcase the many menu options available to children on paediatric wards.

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As Community Ambassadors for the Children's Commissioner for Wales, members were given the opportunity to have their voices heard on mental health and wellbeing.

15 STEPS CHALLENGE

It's been a busy year with many 15 steps completed by BAYouth members who volunteered to explore clinical environments and share their observations and feedback from a young person's perspective.

TRAINING

Members were given the opportunity to learn about children's rights and attend an accredited training course.

TOPS& PANTS

Tops & Pants is a child-friendly feedback mechanism to accurately capture children's perspectives on their healthcare experiences.

CHILDREN'S RIGHTS TRAINING

New starters

Over 40 new starters attended 'Children's Rights in Practice' training as part of their induction programme.

A CHILDREN'S RIGHTS APPROACH

Workshops throughout the year empowered staff to commit to ideas and generate actions to take forward in their roles across the health board.

CAMHS CHAMPIONS

Staff from the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service were supported to put their ideas into action in 2024 .

KNOWURIGHTS PROJECT

The KnowURights project is dedicated to making children's rights real in everyday life by creating meaningful opportunities for young people to:

Learn about their rights
Express their views
Develop their talents
Connect with others
Become active participants in their communities

At the heart of this project is the belief that every child and young person has the right to be heard, valued. and supported to reach their full potential.

COMMUNITY PROJECTS

We've helped create safe. inclusive spaces where young people can understand, explore and express their rights. Each project was designed to highlight a specific article, ensuring children not only learn about their rights but also experience them in action.

GWYNFI MINERS CLUB HUB

Our young champs explored Article 15 and shared their ideas for the young person's summer program in the Upper Afan Valley.

Young people crafted fidget toys to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week.

Celebrating Pride Month in style! Staff and young people had fun creating tie dye socks. proudly wearing pronoun badges and crafting beautiful friendship bracelets.

Carnival games sparked important discussions around voting.

Designing sustainable poppies - young people learnt about our past and remembered those who came before us.

Repurposing old clothes into stylish accessories, showing creativity & care for our planet. We also discussed how everyone's style is unique, just like them!

GL YNCORRWG YOUTH FORUM - MONTHLY SESSIONS

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We had a blast at the Glyncorrwg Youth Forum's nails and natter session!

Designing nail art while brainstorming ideas for summer activities in their community was pure fun!

Young champions made seed bombs and nurtured seeds in bags! Empowering our future generation to be stewards of our planet.

The Young Persons Forum organised a 'litter pick & play' and put children's rights into action by looking after their environment.

Young people got creative and made tie-dye bags to celebrate how we are all different and unique!

The youth forum celebrated World Gratitude Day by creating cards to thank the trustees and committee members for all their hard work.

The young people at Corrwg Hub finished the year with a Christmas party. Celebrating their right to relax and play.

Using recycled materials, the Youth Forum built amazing creations and learnt about sustainability and the importance of reducing waste.

Tick Tock Baking! Mixing to decorating, the youth club whipped up some delicious creations while building skills and friendships.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY EVENTS AND DEDICATED SPACES

By helping to remove barriers and prioritising local delivery, children and young people also enjoyed their right to participation and being heard within their own communities.

CHILDREN'S RIGHTS ADVENTURE ACTIVITY BOOK FOR YOUNG ADVOCATES

Our 'Children's Rights Adventure Activity Book for Young Advocates' workbooks were given out at local school fairs empowering young minds lo understand and advocate for their rights.

LAUNCH OF THE YOUNG PERSONS NEWSLETTER

We proudly launched the Young Persons Newsletter in the Upper Afan Valley, it created opportunities for children and young people to:

Share their voices: contributing stories, ideas, and opinions on issues that matter to them
Access information: learning about local events, workshops, and activities where they can meet friends and join groups - Celebrate achievements: highlighting positive stories from across the Upper Afan Valley, showcasing how young people are making a difference in their communities

AFAN VALLEY ROCK

Young people accessed free guitar lessons, celebrating World Music Day and expressing themselves through music.

AFAN HOME EDUCATORS

Home educated children enjoyed a range of creative and educational workshops which provided opportunities to learn life skills, connect with peers, and explore their talents.

Mini medics learnt essential first-aid skills in a fun, interactive way!

Young people took care of animals, met friends, and explored their interests.

The children enjoyed a wonderful celebration of festive Christmas baking.

The Afan Home Educators gathered at Cymmer library for a fun session of Minecraft Art!

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PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN'S RIGHTS WORKSHOPS

Cymer Afan pupils explored different emotions and activities to be more mindful, alongside ways to keep our body and mind healthy.

Pupils from Cymer Afan Primary School became official Kindness Ambassadors during Anti Bullying week. They made a plan to take action and spread kindness and positivity.

Exploring article 29 pupils from Croeserw Primary used their map reading skills and explored their talents together.

Celebrating children's right to play highlighted that play is a fundamental right that supports learning, wellbeing, and healthy development.

Primary schools across the Upper Afan Valley celebrated what makes each child unique with our Your Name, Your Identity sessions where children designed their personal shields.

COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL WORKSHOPS - CURIOSITY QUEST: ENGAGE, EXPLORE, LEAD!

Our innovative 'Curiosity Quest' programme empowered secondary school pupils to engage in critical discussions about mental health, inclusion and healthy relationships. Activities included Lego challenges, debates, and creative projects that built leadership skills and promoted empathy and resilience.

Ysgol Cwm Brombil Senior School Senedd had deep conversations about 'Privilege' and how we can build empathy and raise awareness around inequality.

The Junior School Senedd shared their views on screen lime, the session raised awareness of the impact that excessive screen time can have on stress levels, and pupils discussed ways to promote healthy digital habits to manage stress effectively.

The Junior and Senior Senedd explored Human Rights Day and Children's Rights, they talked about the importance of having a voice in their communities and the world, and the incredible changes that can happen when those voices are heard. Pupils embraced the concept of being 'Torchbearers of Change·, lighting the way for generations to come.

The School Senedd explored navigating Healthy Relationships, working together to discuss respect. communication, and building positive connections.

Pupils had a great time playing digital Guess Who, they gained the skills to take control of their digital experiences while understanding their rights & responsibilities.

GET ON BOARD CYMRU - 'PREPARING TO BE A BOARD MEMBER' TRAINING

The Get on Board Cymru project delivered training to young people, empowering them to speak up, be heard, and become active citizens in their communities.

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE ANO OFFICER TRAINING FOR NPTC GROUP OF COLLEGES

Over 150 students attended our bespoke Student Representative training.

CONCLUDING REMARKS

As we reflect on the progress made over the past year, it is clear that the fight for children's rights is not over. While we have seen meaningful advancements, including increased awareness and education, improved services and greater participation, we are aware that significant challenges and inequalities still persist. Every child has the right to safety, health, education, and a voice in shaping their own future and we'd like to note sincere thanks to all the children and young people who have been part of this journey, your input reminds us of the importance of listening and taking action. Your voices continue to guide our mission and shape our purpose.

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FINANCIAL REVIEW

Financial position

The total income of £117,661 (2024: £96,204) was spent on direct charitable expenditure totalling £96,843 (2024: £81,898) resulting in a net surplus of £20,818 (2024: £14,306).

The Statement of Financial Activities reflects the income and expenditure incurred by Neath Port Talbot Children's Rights Unit in carrying out its role in respect of its objectives. The unrestricted funds at 31 March 2025 were £74,915 (2024: £74,012).

Reserves policy

The board has examined the charity's requirements for reserves in respect of the main risks to the organisation and aims to build up reserves in future years to enable it to continue and expand the services they currently provide. The charity's policy is to maintain a designated reserve for future running costs and critical costs. This will cover twelve months running costs to meet it's medium term objectives, and it will cover redundancy payments to employees and other termination costs should the funding of the charity reduce in the future.

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Governing document

The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust, and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006.

The organisation is a charitable company limited by guarantee, incorporated on 31/7/2003 and registered as a charity on 21/06/2013. The company was established under a Memorandum of Association which established the objects and powers of the charitable company and is governed under its Articles of Association. In the event of the company being wound up members are required to contribute an amount not exceeding £1.

Recruitment and appointment of new trustees

The directors of the company are also charity trustees for the purposes of charity law and under the company's Articles are known as Trustees. Under the requirements of the Memorandum and Articles of Association the members of the Management Committee are elected to serve for a period of three years after which they must be re-elected at the next Annual General Meeting.

All members of the Management Committee give their time voluntarily and received no benefits from the charity.

Mari Shufflebotham and Phil Treseder and retire by rotation and, being eligible, offer themselves for re-election.

Trustees are appointed through election from the Membership of the Charity and through co-option of individuals with specific skills and experience useful to the Charity. The Children's Rights Unit seeks to maintain a diverse trustee body comprising the skills, knowledge and experience necessary to ensure that the Charity is managed professionally, that its objects are pursued rigorously and that public benefit is maintained in all its activities. To this end, the Children's Rights Unit seeks suitable candidates widely with skills, knowledge and experience to complement the trustee team.

Induction and training of new trustees

All trustees receive induction into the work of the Children's Rights Unit. Regular training is provided for trustees and has included training in governance, roles and responsibilities of trustees and child protection.

Risk management

The trustees have a duty to identify and review the risks to which the charity is exposed and to ensure appropriate controls are in place to provide reasonable assurance against fraud and error.

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS

Registered Company number 04906893 (England and Wales)

Registered Charity number

1152471

Registered office

Ty Margaret Thorne 17 - 19 Alfred Street Neath West Glamorgan SA11 1EF

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Trustees P Treseder M A Shufflebotham S A Jones MBE DL PH Dunmore SB Watson M Dacey Staff Jannine Smith Director/Company Secretary Victoria Owen Training and Support Officer Clare Pritchard Children's Rights Project Development Officer Company Secretary J Smith Independent Examiner Alison Vickers ACA Bevan Buckland LLP Ground Floor Cardigan House Castle Court Swansea Enterprise Park Swansea SA? 9LA

Bankers The Co - operative Bank P.O. Box 250 Delf House Southway Skelmersdale WN86WT Approved by order of the board of trustees on ........ ......... and signed on its behalf by: . .

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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF NEATH PORT TALBOT CHILDREN'S RIGHTS UNIT

Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Neath Port Talbot Children's Rights Unit ('the Company')

I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Company for the year ended 31 March 2025.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity's trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act').

Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the Company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of your charity's accounts as carried out under Section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act'). In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act.

Independent examiner's statement

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe:

1 . accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by Section 386 of the 2006 Act; or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or
the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of Section 396 of the 2006 Act other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination; or
the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities (applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)).

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Alison Vickers ACA

Bevan Buckland LLP Ground Floor Cardigan House Castle Court Swansea Enterprise Park Swansea SA79LA

Date: 13 November 2025

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

(INCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) FOR THE	(INCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) FOR THEYEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025	(INCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025	(INCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025	(INCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT)
				2025	2024
		Unrestricted	Restricted	Total	Total
		funds	funds	funds	funds
	Notes	£	£	£	£
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies	3	65,669	49,942	115,611	93,181
Other trading activities	4	2,050		2,050	3,023
Total		67,719	49,942	117,661	96,204
EXPENDITURE ON
Charitable activities
Charitable Activities		66,816	30,027	96,843	81,898
NET INCOME		903	19,915	20,818	14,306
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward		74,012	4,612	78,624	64,318
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD		74,915	24,527	99,442	78,624

The notes form part of these financial statements

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BALANCE SHEET 31 MARCH 2025

	31 MARCH 2025	31 MARCH 2025
				2025	2024
		Unrestricted	Restricted	Total	Total
		funds	funds	funds	funds
	Notes	£	£	£	£
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets	9	1,867	897	2,764	4,470
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors	10	2,050	180	2,230	300
Cash at bank and in hand		76,295	36,349	112,644	78,519
		78,345	36,529	114,874	78,819
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due within one year	Amounts falling due within one year 11	(5,297)	{12,899)	(18,196)	(4,665)
NET CURRENT ASSETS		73,048	23,630	96,678	74,154
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES	TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES	74,915	24,527	99,442	78,624
NET ASSETS		74,915	24,527	99,442	78,624
FUNDS	12
Unrestricted funds				74,915	74,012
Restricted funds				24,527	4,612
TOTAL FUNDS				99,442	78,624

The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 31 March 2025.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 in accordance with Section 4 76 of the Companies Act 2006.

The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for

{a) ensuring that the charitable company keeps accounting records that comply with Sections 386 and 387 of the Companies Act 2006 and
(b) preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company as at the end of each financial year and of its surplus or deficit for each financial year in accordance with the requirements of Sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to financial statements, so far as applicable to the charitable company.

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to charitable companies subject to the small companies regime.

The

.......... }.

the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on ehalf by:

The notes form part of these financial statements

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements

The financial statements of the charitable company, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019}', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Companies Act 2006. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.

The charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102.

Preparation of the accounts on a going concern basis

The charity continues to maintain a strong financial position with sufficient cash balances and unrestricted reserves to meet its ongoing obligations. The trustees have designated funds for specific future expenditure, ensuring that resources are appropriately allocated to support the charity's objectives.

Bi-monthly management accounts are prepared and reviewed against budgeted figures and scrutinised by the Board of Trustees. An annual budget and financial forecast are also prepared and approved by the Board, incorporating key assumptions about income streams, expenditure, and designated commitments.

The trustees have reviewed the charity's financial forecasts for a period of at least 12 months from the date of approval of these financial statements. These forecasts take into account the current financial position, expected income, and planned expenditure, including any known risks and uncertainties. Based on this review, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.

Income

All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.

Training income is recognised in the period in which it relates.

Expenditure

Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

All costs allocated between expenditure categories are on a basis designed to reflect their resource usage. For some costs this means direct allocation to activities, other costs are apportioned, e.g. by staff time spent on the activity, or another equitable usage measure.

The Charity initially identifies the costs of its support functions. Support costs include back office costs, finance, personnel, payroll and governance costs which support the charities programmes and activities.

Tangible fixed assets

Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.

Fixtures and fittings - 20% on cost Computer equipment - 33% on cost

Assets costing less than £5,000 are not capitalised and shown as an expense in the statement of financial activities.

Taxation

The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.

Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.

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1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES • continued

Fund accounting

Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.

Pension costs and other post-retirement benefits

The charitable company operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the charitable company's pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate.

Grants

Grants relating to specific capital expenditure are treated as deferred income which is the credited to the profit and loss account over the related asset's life.

Revenue grants are credited to the profit and loss account in the same period as the expenditure to which they relate.

Debtors

Debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any discount due.

Cash at bank and in hand

Cash at bank and cash in hand includes cash and short term highly liquid investments held within a deposit or similar account.

Creditors and provisions

Creditors and provisions are recognised where the charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors and provisions are normally recognised at their settlement amount after allowing for any trade discounts due.

Legal status of the charity

The charity is a company limited by guarantee.

Allocation and apportionment of costs

Costs have been allocated as far as possible between the expenditure categories of the Statement of Financial Activities on a basis designed to reflect the usage of the resource. Costs relating to a particular activity are allocated directly. Others have been apportioned based on the estimated usage of the resource.

Financial Instruments

Under FRS 102 financial instruments are classified as either basic or complex, the charity has reviewed it's financial instruments and is satisfied that all financial instruments can be classified as basic and are recognised at amortised historical cost.

2. CRITICAL ACCOUNTING JUDGEMENTS ANO KEY SOURCES OF ESTIMATION UNCERTAINTY

The preparation of the financial statements requires management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of policies and reported amounts of assets and liabilities, income and expenses. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and various other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis of making the judgments about carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results in the future may differ from these estimates. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised and in any future periods affected.

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3. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES

3.	DONATIONS AND LEGACIES
		2025	2024
		£	£
	Grants	115,611	93,181
	Grants received, included in the above, are as follows:
		2025	2024
		£	£
	SBUHB	32,374	31,129
	NPTCBC	33,295	31,800
	Pen Y Cymoedd	49,942	29,452
	Other grants		800
		115,611	93,181
4.	OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES
		2025	2024
		£	£
	Training	2,050	3,023
5.	NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)
	Net income/(expenditure) is stated after charging/(crediting):
		2025	2024
		£	£
	Depreciation - owned assets	1,706	700

6. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024.

Trustees'expenses

Safeguarding training costs of £88 (2024: £nil} were paid on behalf of 1 (2024: nil) trustee(s) in the year.

7. STAFF COSTS

The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:

The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:	The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:
	2025	2024
Administration & support	3	3

No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.

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	FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025	FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
8.	COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES	COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
		Unrestricted	Restricted	Total
		funds	funds	funds
		£	£	£
	INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
	Donations and legacies	62,929	30,252	93,181
	Other trading activities	3,023		3,023
	Total	65,952	30,252	96,204
	EXPENDITURE ON
	Charitable activities
	Charitable Activities	56,235	25,663	81,898
	NET INCOME	9,717	4,589	14,306
	Transfers between funds	(23)	23
	Net movement in funds	9,694	4,612	14,306
	RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
	Total funds brought forward	64,318		64,318
	TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD	74,012	4,612	78,624
		--	--	--
9.	TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
		Fixtures
		and	Computer
		fittings	equipment	Totals
		£	£	£
	COST
	At 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025	863	7,308	8,171
	DEPRECIATION
	At 1 April 2024	863	2,838	3,701
	Charge for year		1,706	1,706
	At 31 March 2025	863	4,544	5,407
	NET BOOK VALUE
	At 31 March 2025		2,764	2,764
		--		-
	At 31 March 2024		4,470	4,470
		--	--
10.	DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
			2025	2024
			£
	Trade debtors		2,050	300
	Prepayments		180
			2,230	300
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11. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR

			2025	2024
			£	£
Trade creditors			312	423
Social security and other taxes			1,316	1,272
Other creditors			518
Accrued expenses			3,315	2,970
Deferred Grant			12,735
			18,196	4,665
			--	--
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
		Net	Transfers
		movement	between	At
	At 1.4.24	in funds	funds	31.3.25
	£	£	£	£
Unrestricted funds
General Fund	23,012	13,848	(26,945)	9,915
Designated Strategic Fund	45,000		10,000	55,000
Get on Board		(12,945)	12,945
Critical cost fund	6,000		4,000	10,000
	74,012	903		74,915
Restricted funds
Pen Y Cymoedd	4,612	19,915		24,527
TOTAL FUNDS	78,624	20,818		99,442
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12. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS

Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

	Incoming	Resources	Movement
	resources	expended	in funds
	£	£	£
Unrestricted funds
General Fund	67,719	(53,871)	13,848
Get on Board		(12,945)	(12,945)
	67,719	(66,816)	903
Restricted funds
Pen Y Cymoedd	49,942	(30,027)	19,915
TOTAL FUNDS	117,661	(96,843)	20,818

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12. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Comparatives for movement in funds

		Net	Transfers
		movement	between	At
	At 1.4.23	in funds	funds	31.3.24
	£	£	£	£
Unrestricted funds
General Fund	13,318	24.479	(14,785)	23,012
Designated Strategic Fund	45,000			45,000
Get on Board		(14,762)	14,762
Critical cost fund	6,000			6,000
	64,318	9,717	(23)	74,012
Restricted funds
Changemakers fund		(23)	23
Pen Y Cymoedd		4,612		4,612
		4,589	23	4,612
TOTAL FUNDS	64,318	14,306		78,624
	---	---	---	---

Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

	Incoming	Resources	Movement
	resources	expended	in funds
	£	£	£
Unrestricted funds
General Fund	65,952	(41,473)	24,479
Get on Board		(14,762)	(14,762)
	65,952	(56,235)	9,717
Restricted funds
Changemakers fund	800	(823)	(23)
Pen Y Cymoedd	29.452	(24,840)	4,612
	30,252	(25,663)	4,589
TOTAL FUNDS	96,204	(81,898)	14,306
	---	---	---

A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows:

		Net	Transfers
		movement	between	At
	At 1.4.23	in funds	funds	31.3.25
	£	£	£	£
Unrestricted funds
General Fund	13,318	38,327	(41,730)	9,915
Designated Strategic Fund	45,000		10,000	55,000
Get on Board		(27,707)	27,707
Critical cost fund	6,000		4,000	10,000
	64,318	10,620	(23)	74,915
Restricted funds
Changemakers fund		(23)	23
Pen Y Cymoedd		24,527		24,527
		24,504	23	24,527
TOTAL FUNDS	64,318	35,124		99.442
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12. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS • continued

A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:	A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are	A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are	A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are
	Incoming	Resources	Movement
	resources	expended	in funds
	£	£	£
Unrestricted funds
General Fund	133,671	(95,344)	38,327
Get on Board		(27,707)	(27,707)
	133,671	(123,051)	10,620
Restricted funds
Changemakers fund	800	(823)	(23)
Pen Y Cymoedd	79,394	(54,867)	24,527
	80,194	(55,690)	24,504
TOTAL FUNDS	213,865	(178,741)	35,124

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12. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Funds

Unrestricted funds

Swansea Bay University Health Board The Children's Rights Unit works in partnership with SBUHB to deliver Children's Rights projects and embed Children's Rights practice including: recruiting, supporting and developing a Youth Board; developing and delivering Children's Rights training for SBUHB staff; launch and implementation of the Children's Rights Charter.

NPTCBC Children's Rights Unit support of NPT Children's Services including; training, youth engagement (in a variety of areas), advice and guidance, and the development of a children's rights based approach. Designated Strategic Fund The charity has designated some of its unrestricted general reserves to a designated fund for future running costs. This will cover twelve months running costs to meet it's medium term objectives. Critical Cost Fund The charity has designated some of its unrestricted general reserves to a designated fund for critical costs. This will cover redundancy payments to employees and other termination costs should the funding of the charity reduce in the future. Get On Board We realise there is a need for young people to be trained in good governance, decision- making and general board member duties. Although not currently funded, our Get on Board project is devoted to developing and delivering training for young people and organisations - both face to face and online we have been able to continue delivering the project by way of our dedicated 'Training and Support Officer'. Our project secured a number of contracts for delivery of services and has continued to work in partnership with organisations to provide training opportunities for young people to exercise their right to have a voice, be listened to, and become active citizens in their communities.

Restricted Funds

The Changemakers

Pen Y Cymoedd

We were successful in being awarded a grant to support YoVo (care experienced group) to enjoy various activities to improve their health and wellbeing. Members of YoVo made a list of the activities they wanted to take part in throughout 2023. This included boxing classes with Bulldogs Boxing, Jungle Escape at Plantasia and Art Therapy. The sessions empowered and challenged the young people to take part in something new to improve their fitness, build their confidence and improve their health and wellbeing.

The KnowURights project has been funded for 3 years by Pen Y Cymoedd Community Vision Fund for delivery in the Upper Afan Valley. The KnowURights' project aims to empower children and young people to understand and realize their rights, have their voices heard, and actively participate in their communities. Through this initiative, children and young people are gaining knowledge about their rights and are being empowered to have their voices heard. Adults are learning about children's rights and supporting children and young people in accessing these rights by fostering an environment where children and young people can express themselves and participate actively.

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Funds - continued

Community Foundation Wales

The funding will pay towards a part-time member of CRU staff to develop and deliver a programme of workshops for secondary schools across Neath Port Talbot. The member of staff will deliver awareness raising and training opportunities to pupils at secondary schools across Neath Port Talbot who are in Years 7 to 9, aged 11 to 14. The workshops/training will focus on: o Understanding of rights (in particular Article 12 of the UNCRC - the right to be heard) o Building confidence and skills e.g. teamwork; communication; public speaking etc. o Meaningful participation - that participation is not an event; it is a process of listening to young people and encouraging them to contribute their thoughts o Pupil voice - concerning specific school issues where learners are invited to engage with school staff and decision-makers o How to influence decision making o Active citizenship

13. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 March 2025.

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DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

	2025	2024
	£	£
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Donations and legacies
Grants	115,611	93,181
Other trading activities
Training	2,050	~~3,023~~
Total incoming resources	117,661	96,204
EXPENDITURE
Charitable activities
Wages	70,531	59,021
Pensions	3,484	2,752
Telephone	673	10
Postage and stationery	2,894	2,079
Accreditation costs	83	399
Travelling	1,621	2,209
Staff Training	328	307
Project Activities	1,297	1,739
Subscriptions	70	45
Insurance	670	635
Marketing & Publicity	113	327
Room Hire	342	235
Recruitment		715
Computer Expenses	2. 117	1,631
Depreciation	1,706	700
Events	3,274	1,960
	89,203	74,764
Support costs
Support costs
Accountancy fees	3,890	3,142
Legal fees Support from NPTCVS	151 3,599	393 3,599
	7,640	7,134
Total resources expended	96,843	81,898
Net income	20,818	14,306

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REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: 04906893 (England and Wales) REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1152471

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND

UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

FOR

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Independent Examiner's Report		9
Statement of Financial Activities		10
Balance Sheet		11
Notes to the Financial Statements	12	12 to20
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities		21

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Our Vision

The CRU was first established in 2003 and is governed by a Board of Trustees who are responsible for overseeing the work of the charity and its long-term direction.

Our Values

Board Members and staff believe in:

A 'Children's Rights Approach' in everything we do Equal opportunities for all Becoming the best that you can be Partnership and holistic working Empowering and transforming altitudes

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ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE

Charitable activities

Our Annual Report for this year showcases our organisation's support for children and young people's rights, highlighting key achievements, partnerships and the impact of collaboration.

NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL

YOVO -YOUR VOICE MATTERS

As Community Ambassadors members of YoVo gave their views on 'Monthly Matter' issues and topics.

Young people were given the opportunity to be at the heart of the fostering process by posing questions to be asked at foster carer panels.

HOPE - CHAMPIONING GIRL'S RIGHTS

Hope awarded winners of the Children, Young People and Families category for their Safer Spaces sexual harassment project.

Hope members became 'Yoga Junkies' and challenged themselves with yoga positions and aerial yoga as well as exploring meditation and sharing positive affirmations with each other.

The Fostering Network event provided a platform for young people to express their views and actively contribute to shaping fostering services throughout Wales.

Universal Children's Day was marked with a creative arts and crafts sessions where young people explored children's rights and expressed positive messages through their artwork.

HEAL TH AND WELL-BEING ACTIVITIES

A six-week programme connecting to nature with Coed Lleol
Nurturing Alpaca's @Alpacamyboots
Children learning how to take care of therapy dogs

CHILDREN'S SERVICES STAFF CONFERENCE

Members of Hope took to the stage and shared their experiences with professionals.

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BIG CHAT

14+ young people gave their views on transitioning between services at the Independent Reviewing Officer Big Chat event.

CALM MINDS

Yo Vo and Hope joined up on their Calm Minds project - a wellbeing bag of information for care experienced children.

CHILDREN'S RIGHTS CHAMPIONS

Children's Services now have over 15 Champions actively advocating for and embedding children's rights within their roles.

PUPIL WORK EXPERIENCE

More than 30 young people learned about their rights through Children's Services work experience programmes.

By integrating children's rights into work experience programs, we are able to empower young people to understand their rights and the rights of all children.

CORPORATE PARENTING PANEL

Members of the Corporate Parenting Panel are dedicated to listening to the voices of children and young people, ensuring their rights are not only heard but upheld in practice.

JUNIOR SAFEGUARDING BOARD (JSB)

This year the JSB focussed on the development of a sexual harassment campaign to raise awareness of sexual harassment in schools.

SWANSEA BAY UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

BA YOUTH - YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD

Swansea Bay was the first health board in Wales to establish a youth advisory board. BAYouth:

Are youth fed (with the support of CRU and SBUHB staff)
Are dedicated to improving health services for children and young people
Represent the voices of children and young people across SBUHB area
Influence the decision-making process

BAYouth's priorities are:

Mental health and well being
Public Health
Adolescent Services & Transition

BAYouth members were offered numerous opportunities to contribute their voices to a range of issues and projects related to children's and young people's health services.

Members shared their thoughts on accident prevention and how to raise awareness to young people.

Hospital Passports provide information for children and young people on their hospital journey. Members appreciated being involved in their development.

BA Youth created a Schoof Nurse drop-in poster for the School Nursing Service. The poster has been distributed across Swansea Bay secondary schools.

New eye-catching Children's Menus designed by members of BAYouth were launched and showcase the many menu options available to children on paediatric wards.

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As Community Ambassadors for the Children's Commissioner for Wales, members were given the opportunity to have their voices heard on mental health and wellbeing.

15 STEPS CHALLENGE

It's been a busy year with many 15 steps completed by BAYouth members who volunteered to explore clinical environments and share their observations and feedback from a young person's perspective.

TRAINING

Members were given the opportunity to learn about children's rights and attend an accredited training course.

TOPS& PANTS

Tops & Pants is a child-friendly feedback mechanism to accurately capture children's perspectives on their healthcare experiences.

CHILDREN'S RIGHTS TRAINING

New starters

Over 40 new starters attended 'Children's Rights in Practice' training as part of their induction programme.

A CHILDREN'S RIGHTS APPROACH

Workshops throughout the year empowered staff to commit to ideas and generate actions to take forward in their roles across the health board.

CAMHS CHAMPIONS

Staff from the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service were supported to put their ideas into action in 2024 .

KNOWURIGHTS PROJECT

The KnowURights project is dedicated to making children's rights real in everyday life by creating meaningful opportunities for young people to:

Learn about their rights
Express their views
Develop their talents
Connect with others
Become active participants in their communities