Welcome to
Care Leavers Cymru
"Empowering Change, Inspiring Futures"
Working with Professionals to Support Children in Care & Care-Experienced Young People with Trauma-Informed Solutions.
Care Leavers Cymru is dedicated to creating a brighter future for children in care and care leavers across Wales. We provide training, consultancy, and advocacy to ensure professionals have the knowledge and tools to offer meaningful support.
Our work focuses on improving outcomes in education, social care, and the justice system, with a strong commitment to reducing over-criminalisation and promoting stability for care-experienced young people.
Whether you’re a professional looking for training, a care-experienced individual seeking support, or an organisation wanting to make a difference, we’re here to help.
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Together, we can create lasting change.
Explore our website to learn more about our services, resources, and how you can get involved
The Story Behind Care Leavers Cymru
Care Leavers Cymru was founded by Jayne Tanti with a deep commitment to supporting children and young people in care and care leavers. The inspiration behind the organisation came from Jaynes own experiences within the care system, coupled with
their professional work around the children and young people in care.
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Having witnessed firsthand the challenges faced by children in care, ranging from issues with identity and emotional regulation to the devastating impacts of trauma, Jayne was driven to create a space that could offer meaningful support, resources, and training for both professionals and the children themselves. Through years of working with care-experienced individuals, Jayne realised the urgent need for a more holistic, empathetic approach to supporting those in care and leaving care
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The foundation of care Leavers Cymru was built on a vision to not only provide resources but also to inspire change in how professionals and society understand and address the unique needs of children in care.
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Through the creation of innovative tools like the TIRE model for care and the children's book "Snug," Jayne has worked tirelessly to make sure children entering the system have a sense of belonging, stability, and hope.
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With a clear mission to reduce the number of care-experienced young people entering the criminal justice system, Jayne established Care Leavers Cymru to offer a safe, supportive space where children can learn to navigate their experiences and professionals can gain the knowledge and tools to support them effectively.
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What began as a passion to make a difference has since blossomed into a transformative initiative that continues to grow and impact lives.
Meet Jayne Tanti – Founder of Care Leavers Cymru
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Welcome! I’m Jayne, the founder of Care Leavers Cymru, and I am deeply passionate about creating a brighter future for children and young people in care, as well as those navigating the criminal justice system.
With over 15 years of lived experience within the care system and more than 18 years of professional experience working directly with children and young people in care, I bring a unique blend of personal insight and professional expertise. Additionally, I have spent over five years supporting care-experienced young people within the criminal justice system, addressing the complex challenges they face.
As a trauma-informed practitioner with a degree in Social Care Management, I specialise in developing and delivering trauma-informed interventions, support strategies, and training packages. These are rooted in the TIRE Model (Trauma-Informed Recovery and Empowerment), a framework I created to help professionals understand and respond effectively to the needs of children in care and care-experienced individuals.
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What Drives Me
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I believe every child and young person deserves to feel valued, supported, and empowered to overcome their challenges. Through my work, I aim to bridge the gap between theory and practice, equipping professionals with the tools to foster healing, build resilience, and create environments that truly understand and support care-experienced children and young people.
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Why Work with Me?
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Lived Experience: My personal journey through the care system provides an authentic perspective that shapes my approach.
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Professional Expertise: With a strong educational foundation and years of practical experience, I offer evidence-based solutions tailored to real-world challenges.
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Trauma-Informed Perspective: I prioritise strategies that recognise and address the impact of trauma, ensuring support is empathetic, effective, and empowering.
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Let’s work together to create meaningful change and ensure every child and young person in care or care experienced have the opportunity to thrive.
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For more information about Care Leavers Cymru and how we can support your organisation, get in touch today
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