Baby Week

Baby Week

At a glance

Causes

  • Children / families
  • Education
  • Health and well being / research and care
  • Learning disabilities / difficulties
  • Local / community
  • Mental health
  • Young people

Other details

Geographical remit: 
Local

Objectives

Baby Week is an annual early years event which was founded in Leeds 2016. Involving a variety of disciplines across the city Baby Week is an adaptation of Semena do Bebe (UNICEF 2010).

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a multi disciplinary group of professionals and volunteers covering both public and voluntary sector around maternity children’s and families services.  Trustees support and share the vision of Baby Week. 

Together, they set and maintain our vision, mission and values, develop strategies to promote the week and in a fair and balanced representation of services in the city.  Trustees also ensure accountability and provide oversight of the organisation whilst ensuring compliance with legislation and the charity’s governing structure and terms of reference.

Activities

We are seeking individuals who have a vested interest within the maternity and families services in Leeds, with a vision to share the Baby Week philosophy further to regional and national authorities. The desirable skills sought for people joining our board would ideally be in marketing, legal or financial but are not essential. Anyone who feels they have a unique contribution to offer are welcome to apply.

 

The Baby Week key aims are: 

  • To increase awareness and access of parents and parents-to-be, around supportive services including Best Start centre and antenatal education.
  • To raise awareness of, and engagement with, the Leeds Best Start Strategy, for early intervention amongst professionals, families and the public.
  • To encourage and promote the Best Start messages amongst professionals families and public.
  • To celebrate success and good practice across the city.

No current opportunities

Search for volunteer opportunities with other organisations.