“I'm Annie and I've been a parent carer for twenty five years now. My children have a range of additional needs and we've experienced education at both mainstream and specialist. I've been a member of the new Cornwall parent carer forum since June 2024. My background and profession is post-16 education and I am passionate about every child and young person - and every parent carer- being heard.”

“Hi I'm Bex, I am a parent carer of primary and secondary aged children both in mainstream but with different individual needs. I have been a part of the new parent carer forum since summer 2024 and with a background in project management I am looking forward to supporting other parent carers and young people in Cornwall.”

Hi I'm Laura the Contact associate supporting the new parent carer forum in Cornwall! I am a co-production enthusiast! My connection to SEND is as a sibling. I'm a believer in people, and the amazing power they have to make good stuff happen. The new Cornwall parent carer forum is a great example of that. I feel privileged to be working in this space!

I'm Leila and I joined the team in 2024 to help set up a new Parent Carer Forum for Cornwall. I have three children who are in mainstream Secondary with very different needs and abilities. I have worked in Public Services for 25 years including in and around schools. I'm interested in improving the information available to parent carers and to try and help make sure their voices and experiences are heard.

“Our fantastic network of volunteers spans Cornwall, connecting parent carers with varied experiences of raising children with additional needs. We understand the everyday challenges and triumphs across all educational settings. By sharing our stories, we help shape services that truly work for families. Your perspective matters, wherever you are in your journey. Join us in creating positive change—together, our collective voice ensures every family gets the support they deserve."