Gabrielle Jerome - UK > Our young people particularly benefitted from the opportunity to present their production and the positive reception and  personal comments they received afterwards has done a lot for them as individuals and as a group. There are few arenas where young people feel confident to express their personal experiences of being in care and their achievements despite all obstacles, and it is the warmth and acceptance of IFCO conferences which provide a much needed launch pad for voices which we hope will have the courage to do great things.  Well done and keep up the good work. 

Luisa Boleo - Portugal > I enjoyed the Brighton Conference: a nice venue, a good organisation, wonderful plenary sessions, interesting workshops and once again the participation of young people. I don’t know any other conference where adults listen to young people and try to understand what they feel and how they have lived through all the difficulties in their lives. I think that contribution is invaluable. No expert can replace that.

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