All the latest Blog Posts Society & Culture https://serenitywelfare.org (c) 2018 - 2026 en-gb

    In this inspiring episode of The Serene Podcast, we sit down with Tom who we supported as a young person in care - now a young adult with a powerful voice, lived experience and wisdom to share. Tom reflects on his personal journey through the care system, the challenges he faced and the support that helped shape his path. This episode is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability and the transformative impact of compassionate support.    ...Continue Reading → You\'re reading Episode 3 | The Lived Experience by Serene Pod, posted on Serenity Welfare.

]]> test@serenitywelfare.org (Serene Pod) Fri, 16 May 2025 10:48:34 +0100 https://serenitywelfare.org/serene-pod-podcast/perma/1747387560/article/episode-3-the-lived-experience.html 1747387560 Society & Culture

iframe style="border-radius:12px" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/show/60fXacgnLUo68sRicnyLlK?utm_source=generator t=0" width="100%" height="352" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" loading="lazy" /iframe In this episode, we are in our BRAND NEW podcast studio reflecting on our experiences working directly with young people, the challenges, the breakthroughs, and the powerful moments that have shaped our approach.   Whether in schools, youth justice, or creative projects, every interaction has taught us something new about communication, trust, and what young people really need from the adults around them. We share insights, unexpected lessons, and practical tips for anyone looking to better support and engage with youth today....Continue Reading → You\'re reading Episode 2|Lessons from the Field: What We’ve Learned Working with Young People by Louisa Benbow, posted on Serenity Welfare.

]]> test@serenitywelfare.org (Serene Pod) Tue, 06 May 2025 15:49:56 +0100 https://serenitywelfare.org/news/perma/1746541800/article/episode-2lessons-from-the-field-what-weve-learned.html 1746541800 Society & Culture 🎙️ Welcome to the first episode of Serene Pod!

🎙️ Welcome to the first episode of Serene Pod! Hosted by Selin, Head of Wellbeing at Serenity Welfare and a registered Dramatherapist working with vulnerable young people in care and the youth justice system — alongside Mark, mentor, music producer, former Serenity team member, and now full-time content creator. In this episode, Selin and Mark dive into open, honest, and thought-provoking conversations about the realities of working with vulnerable children and young people. They share insights from their own journeys, the challenges faced in frontline work, and why wellbeing — for both staff and young people — really matters. Expect stories, laughs, hard truths, and hopeful moments from two people who’ve seen the system from the inside.    ...Continue Reading → You\'re reading Episode 1 | Supporting Youth, Shaping Tomorrow by Serene Pod, posted on Serenity Welfare.

]]> test@serenitywelfare.org (Serene Pod) Tue, 06 May 2025 14:56:40 +0100 https://serenitywelfare.org/serene-pod-podcast/perma/1746539640/article/episode-1-supporting-youth-shaping-tomorrow.html 1746539640 Society & Culture