Therapeutic fostering is a specialised, professional way of caring that goes far beyond providing a spare room; it’s about using expert skills and a big heart to help children with…

From Monday 11th May to Sunday 24th May 2026, the fostering community across the UK comes together for Foster Care Fortnight. It’s the biggest awareness-raising campaign of the year, and…

When a young person leaves the care of a loving family, we often talk about the “care cliff.” It’s that daunting moment when the structured support of a foster home…

Earlier this year, on 4 February, the Government published a plan called “Fostering for the Future.” Its aim is to improve foster care in England, from recruiting more carers to making…

You may have seen recent news about changes to the UK asylum system. These changes talk about shorter visas, more frequent reviews, and longer waits for permanent residency. For fostering…

County lines drug dealing is a form of criminal exploitation that affects children and young people across the UK. It’s not just about drugs, it’s about control, coercion, and abuse.…

At Banya, we say that fostering is about ‘creating a sense of belonging’. Christmas brings that into sharp focus. For many families, it’s a season full of traditions, celebrations, and…

From 20 November to 20 December 2025, the UK is marking Disability History Month. It’s a time to celebrate the achievements of disabled people, reflect on the struggles for equality,…

If you’re reading this, it might be because you’ve been feeling unsupported, unheard, or unsure about your current fostering agency. Perhaps you’ve been frustrated with a lack of guidance, felt…