worcestershire ymca
Enabling people live, learn and share to build a brighter future in mind, body
and spirit.Henrietta was the manager of a multi-agency youth offending team
(YOT). Her passion lies in working with and advocating for, families and
children who may be isolated by and discriminated through disability or
disadvantage. As YOT Manager she obtained funding for specialist Speech and
Language Therapy input, a successful innovation which was taken up UK-wide.
Working closely with the speech, language and communication consultant has
provided Henrietta with additional skills and understanding around the
complexity of communication and language and its impact on educational outcomes
and behaviour, she has also had direct experience of working with Deaf Young
people. She strongly believes that every child has the right to access language
and should be given the very best opportunity to achieve their maximum potential
and be able to provide a positive contribution.