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Kinship Knowledge Exchange 2026: Building the kinship system that families need
Where are we now and what's next for policy and practice?
Join us in person to explore how policy and practice changes are reshaping the kinship care landscape. Hear from keynote speakers, take part in interactive workshops, and connect with leaders and practitioners from across the sector. This event offers a unique opportunity to collaborate, share insights, and help shape the future of kinship care.
Key information
Date: Tuesday 14 July
Time: 10am to 4pm
Venue: The Foundry, 17 Oval Way, London, SE11 5RR
Ticket price: £125 per person
More details about this event are available below. If you have any questions, please get in touch by emailing us at commissions@kinship.org.uk
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About the event
The day will include keynote talks on:
- the national direction and vision for kinship care
- policy and statutory guidance
- lived experience, equity and system change
We’ll also cover:
- best practice examples from local authorities
- conversations on how policy and practice are changing within kinship care
- opportunities to network and speak to other professionals
This event costs £125. Your ticket includes lunch and refreshments.
Who the event is for
This event is for any professional working with kinship carers in England and Wales. It will be ideal for:
- local authority decision-makers
- local authority senior leaders
- virtual school leads
- practitioners shaping or delivering kinship carer support services
to:
- hear about the latest policy affecting kinship care
- engage in reflective discussions with sector experts and peers
- share learning, insights and co‑develop practical approaches
- build shared energy and alignment around the future of kinship care
This event is not for kinship carers. Kinship carers can find support events and workshops on our training and events page
About the venue
Our Kinship workshop takes place at The Foundry, 17 Oval Way, London, SE11 5RR
- By London Underground the nearest stations are Vauxhall and Oval.
- Vauxhall is on the Victoria line and is also an overground station with direct lines from Waterloo Station.
- Oval in on the Northern line.
- The Foundry is a 10 minute walk from both stations.
Routes 2, 36, 77, 87, 88, 156, 185, 196, 344, 360, 436 and Night Routes N2, N87 and N136 serve Vauxhall bus station which is a short walk from The Foundry.
Visit the First Bus website to plan your journey.
The closest train station is:
- Vauxhall Station
- Approximately 7 minutes’ walk
To plan your journey and buy train tickets, visit National Rail or Trainline.
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Accessibility
The Foundry is fully accessible with step-free access. If you have any additional accessibility needs, you can tell us on our booking form. Please let us know so we can make this event as comfortable as possible for you.
Event speakers
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What happens if you need to cancel your place?
We understand that life gets in the way sometimes, so if you need to cancel your place please do try and let us know as soon as possible. Unfortunately, refunds will not be available after 26 June.
You can cancel your place by:
- checking the email confirmation you received when you first booked
- emailing commissions@kinship.org.uk
Book your place
Tickets cost £125. We do not charge VAT.
Book your place by filling out the form below. When you book, we’ll ask you about your experience as a professional and other demographic information. This helps us make sure that the services and experiences we offer are as inclusive as possible and that our advice is relevant to you.
We will also ask about your accessibility needs. This is to ensure that you have a comfortable experience on the day.
Get in touch
If you have any questions or concerns about this or any other event, our team can help. Email commissions@kinship.org.uk and someone will get back to you.
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