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List of famous care leavers helps dispel negative stereotypes

3 November 2010

A list of famous and successful care leavers has been published in an attempt to improve the image of the care system and counter negative stereotypes.

It is hoped the list — Know your Care Leaver A to Z! — will provide inspiring role models for children in care and motivate local authorities and those involved in the care system to achieve more for the young people with whom they work.

The list includes film stars Steve McQueen and Marilyn Monroe, broadcaster David Akinsanya, athlete Kriss Akabusi, Big Issue founder John Bird and actor Samantha Morton.

Download the full list.

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Comments

1. Maria Varallo says:

   Great idea at last! I love this list and will be printing it off to show all the young people I work with in secure and in the community. Thank - you!

2. Claire says:

   Brilliant idea. I too shall use with the young people I work with. Hopefully a positive tool in dispelling negative stereotypes. Thank you.

3. Julie says:

   Just what I have been looking for!

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