PWLE Seminar: Journey of a Dandelion

This PWLE seminar is open to members of the West Midlands Social Work Teaching Partnership. Please see below our Partner organisations.

Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking session led by the Dandelions group, a collective of parents with lived experience who are passionate about improving children’s services. Through storytelling, reflection, and open dialogue, you’ll explore the real-world impact of co-production and how collaborative approaches can lead to meaningful change. Expect honest conversations, practical insights, and a renewed understanding of the power of partnership in social work.

Facilitator Bio: The Dandelions group gathers voices and experiences from parents across Telford to influence service design and delivery. Their mission is rooted in empathy and collaboration: “We are not here to throw stones, we are here to help build bridges.” With a deep commitment to creating supportive services for children and families, the group brings a wealth of lived experience and a passion for co-production that challenges and inspires contemporary social work practice.

Partner organisations:

Birmingham Children's Trust

Birmingham City Council

Birmingham City University

Cheshire East Council

City of Stoke-on-Trent Council

City of Wolverhampton Council

Coventry City Council

Coventry University

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

Keele University

Sandwell Children's Trust

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Shropshire Council

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council

Staffordshire County Council

Staffordshire University

Telford & Wrekin Council

University of Birmingham

University of Warwick

University of Wolverhampton

University of Worcester

Walsall Council

Warwickshire County Council

Worcestershire County Council