Action For Children

Who we are

Action for Children is a national charity that helps the most vulnerable children and young people in the UK break down the barriers of injustice, deprivation and inequality, so they can achieve their full potential. 

We take action in three ways:

Intervention. Anyone can get trapped in poverty, abuse, or violence. When we spot problems, we take action early. We step in to help children, young people, and families before things get worse.

Prevention. We give young people the support they need to grow up safe and happy. Projects like The Blues Programme teach important life skills and help to build resilience. It’s simple and it works.

Advocacy. Children don’t have a say in many things that affect their lives. We listen to what they want. We take their concerns to the government. And we campaign for better support and resources.

Our culture and values

Driven by love, we take action so children don’t miss out on a safe and happy childhood. We have thousands of people on the ground, giving children and young people the protection and practical help they urgently need. And we campaign for lasting change.

We take action to change the childhoods of those who need help to thrive. Giving vulnerable children and young people the protection and practical help they urgently need, and tirelessly campaigning for lasting change.

Our values are really important to us. In everything we do, we’re:

• Passionate.
• Ambitious.
• Collaborative.
• Inclusive.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

We believe in promoting equality, valuing diversity, and working inclusively. This is the world we want for our staff, volunteers and the people we help. It informs our campaigns. And it’s the heart of everything we do to protect and promote children’s rights.