About Us
At Families in Harmony, we envision a world where kinship caregivers are empowered, supported, and celebrated as pillars of strength within their families and communities.
The emphasis of our work rests primarily with the under-represented voice of Black kinship carers who consist of the largest and growing group of kinship carers in the U.K.
We hope for a future where every child in need finds a loving and culturally affirming home, within their extended family, preserving their identity while strengthening the cultural connections to their roots and heritage.
what is kinship care?
Kinship Care is a journey which begins when a child is no longer able to live with their birth parents, usually because their parents are not able to care for them.
The person stepping in to raise the child is known as a “Kinship Carer”, this could be a grandparent, aunt, sibling or even a family friend.
Nearly a third (32%) of the children growing up in households headed by a relative in 2011 were non-white, Kinship children were 1.7 times more likely to be non-white compared with children growing up with at least one parent.
Source: ONS. Estimates calculated from 2011 Census Secure Microdata.
our mission
Our mission is fuelled by the belief that the bonds of kinship are powerful and that every child has the right to grow up in an environment that cherishes their heritage, fosters their potential, and honours their unique journey.
Where we can foster resilience, promote emotional well-being, and celebrate the unique identities of those we serve.
We are dedicated to working tirelessly to create lasting change that amplifies the black voices of kinship care.
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