RCPCH and Us

RCPCH and Us RCPCH & Us is a platform run by the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health for children, young

Embodying the patient voice & Us is a platform for children, young people, parents, carers and families to join The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) in improving child health. With a whole host of ways for people to share their views and experiences we will ensure the patient voice is at the heart of our work. Whether you’re a child, young person, parent, carer, teacher or healthcare professional we’ve got plenty of ways for you to get involved in promoting patient engagement and improving healthcare for young patients.

Health leaders, it’s time to act. The new RCPCH standards help you listen, respect & involve children & young people in...
20/11/2025

Health leaders, it’s time to act.

The new RCPCH standards help you listen, respect & involve children & young people in decisions about their health services.

On it's time to think about engagement

Launched today 👉https://www.rcpch.ac.uk/engagement-standards

Children’s rights matter. RCPCH have launched children & young people’s engagement standards to help health services wor...
20/11/2025

Children’s rights matter. RCPCH have launched children & young people’s engagement standards to help health services work with children & young people in shaping the care they receive.
More info: https://www.rcpch.ac.uk/engagement-standards

Today is , we've been working with children, young people, and famillies about diabetes related stigma.💬 Young people h...
14/11/2025

Today is , we've been working with children, young people, and famillies about diabetes related stigma.
💬 Young people have spoken up about tackling stigma around diabetes.
They said there are different types of diabetes, and schools should be better trained to support children and young people in managing it. Key staff need training, and PSHE lessons should raise awareness so everyone knows how to help.
Together, we can start breaking down stigma and create schools where everyone feels supported. 💙

We're celebrating ! This year's theme is Building Brighter Futures, highlighting the ways youth workers enable young pe...
06/11/2025

We're celebrating ! This year's theme is Building Brighter Futures, highlighting the ways youth workers enable young people to feel secure, supported and empowered. Here's what one of our volunteers had to say about the team.

Even though today is the last day of , the celebration doesn’t stop here! Black history is more than just one month, it...
31/10/2025

Even though today is the last day of , the celebration doesn’t stop here!

Black history is more than just one month, it's year long. From science, medicine, education, activism head to the link in our bio to keep learning and celebrating all year long!

We at RCPCH &Us would like to wish a very Happy Diwali to all those celebrating. Anita, our Youth Voice Advisor has shar...
20/10/2025

We at RCPCH &Us would like to wish a very Happy Diwali to all those celebrating. Anita, our Youth Voice Advisor has shared what Diwali means to her

The Children and Young People Engagement Committee is looking for new members! There are currently vacancies for; childr...
11/10/2025

The Children and Young People Engagement Committee is looking for new members!
There are currently vacancies for; children and young people, parents and carers, and paediatricians.
If you are interested in applying, or if you want to find out more email and_us@rcpch.ac.uk, or visit the link in bio!

Emergency departments can be intense places — they’re often busy, loud, and brightly lit. For children and young people,...
10/10/2025

Emergency departments can be intense places — they’re often busy, loud, and brightly lit. For children and young people, especially those struggling with their mental health, this kind of environment can feel overwhelming. It might even make some leave before getting the help they need.

But there are ways to make things better. Hospitals can take steps to create calmer, safer spaces that help everyone — children, young people, other patients, and staff — feel more supported.

If you’re curious to learn more about how emergency departments can improve their spaces for children and young people, check out the “Facing the Future” standards. We’ve got loads of helpful info!

October is Black History Month, and we’re celebrating by spotlighting three inspiring Black British icons:💛 Dame Elizabe...
08/10/2025

October is Black History Month, and we’re celebrating by spotlighting three inspiring Black British icons:

💛 Dame Elizabeth Anionwu – A nurse and educator who helped launch the UK’s first sickle cell centre, along with lecturing at the Institute of Child Health. She’s a champion for health equality and was made a Dame in 2017.

❤️ Marcus Rashford – Football star and activist. He helped feed millions of young people during lockdown and pushed the government to support 1.3 million children with free school meals. He received an MBE in 2020.

💚 Stormzy – Music legend and changemaker. He’s donated millions to fight racial inequality, funded scholarships at Cambridge, launched a publishing house, and teamed up with Adidas to support Black youth in football. He’s earned honorary degrees for his impact.

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The Children and Young People’s Engagement Team at the College works to ensure that the voice of children, young people and families is making a difference in child health and healthcare for young patients. We actively seek and share the views of children, young people and families to influence and shape policy and practice. With a whole host of ways for people to share their views and experiences we will ensure the patient voice is at the heart of our work. Whether you’re a child, young person, parent, carer, teacher or healthcare professional we’ve got plenty of ways for you to get involved in promoting youth engagement and improving child health across the UK. Add your voice today and make a change - click on the ‘Sign Up’ button on our page.