Cornwall Council’s Children’s Rights Team focuses on:
- raising awareness of children’s rights in Cornwall
- providing information about children’s rights. Information is accessible to children, young people, parents/carers and professionals
- working with others to ensure that children’s rights are promoted and upheld
- encouraging children and young people to express their views and influence decisions. Providing opportunities, activities and support to enable their participation
To contact the Children’s Right Team email childrensrights@cornwall.gov.uk.
Kath Ennever | Children's Rights Lead
Hello, I’m Kath and I have the privilege of leading the Children’s Rights team, working alongside adults and children who want to make Cornwall a Brilliant Place to be a Child and Grow Up. We are faced with lots of challenges and inequalities in our communities and my team are working hard to raise awareness of children’s rights and work with others so that children are able to access what they are entitled to, to grow up healthy, happy and safe.
When I’m not at work, I really enjoy being outside….growing (and eating!) my own fruit and veg, cycling and BBQs with friends and family.
Hannah Tallis | Children’s Rights Officer
I think I have the best job! I get to work alongside lots of different people and partners to make sure Children’s Rights are well known and embedded across Cornwall. I often have the privilege of working with and supporting projects for children and young people. I am regularly blown away by the passion, enthusiasm and eloquence of the children, young people and practitioners.
When I’m not working I can often be found on the beach, swimming in the sea or sea glass hunting.
Amy Davison | Children’s Rights Participation Officer
Hi, I’m Amy and I work really closely with Rosie on Cornwall Youth Council. I’ve worked with young people in Cornwall for over ten years. What I like about my current role is that I can reach many more young people and help them facilitate change within Cornwall.
In my spare time I often walk the coastal paths. I enjoy visiting beaches and doing beach cleans – looking out for sea glass and driftwood while I’m there.
Rosie George | Children’s Rights Participation Officer
I’m Rosie and I work to support and facilitate Cornwall Youth Council and Cornwall Youth Parliament. This involves supporting a range of regular meetings throughout the year. I also help organise wider events to promote Youth Voice and participation. I also support Members of Youth Parliament to campaign, both locally and nationally. This includes meetings, conferences, focus groups and wider events, such as the annual sitting in the House of Commons.
My hobbies include crafting, exercising and cooking.
Rachel Ford | Children’s Rights Development Officer
I’m Rachel and I work on a variety of projects to help develop a children’s rights approach in Cornwall. For example, I recently helped organise a survey asking children and young people their views on the key issues affecting their lives. I am sharing the responses with colleagues to help them develop the services young people need.
In my free time I enjoy running, paddle-boarding and reading.
Jane Sargent | Right Respecting Schools Advisor
I’m Jane and am passionate about my role as Children’s Rights Adviser for schools and educational settings. With 23 years of experience as a Headteacher, I've always been a strong advocate for ensuring that children’s voices are not only heard but truly valued. I love supporting schools on their Rights journeys and helping children to understand and embrace their rights fully. This year, I'm thrilled to be organising a Changemakers conference. Children from across the county will come together to advocate and campaign on issues that matter most to them, empowering them to make a real difference. Outside of work, you’ll find me in the kitchen, tending to my garden, or exploring the beautiful Cornish coastline. I’m also a passionate Liverpool football supporter and never miss a chance to watch them play.
Rachael Gump | Project Support Officer
Hi, I’m Rachael and I work on various projects that help support young people to have their voices heard in decisions that impact them. I do this by helping support Cornwall Youth Council and their goals, while also being involved in projects around careers and young peoples’ ambitions for their future. Being in the young person age bracket myself, I feel really privileged to be able to help lift up the voices of young people and empower them, while also representing disabled young people in Cornwall.
In my free time, I play wheelchair tennis, so you can often find me on tennis courts listening to music and having a hit. I also have a passion for learning, so will almost always be reading something!