Oak Fostering

💚OAK FOSTERING CONFERENCE 💚
Understanding Life in Care - Through Diversity

Book Now For The Early Bird Price Of £20pp:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/oak-fostering-conference-2026-tickets-1687755394819

Join us at for an insightful exploration of life in care from a child’s perspective.

This in-person event offers a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and experiences faced by children in care.

Hear from experts in the field, engage in interactive discussions and learn how you can make a difference.

Don’t miss out on this eye-opening event!

Speakers including: , , and more!

We look forward to seeing you there 😊

Wednesday Wisdom 🦉

Foster Care Fortnight is the UK’s biggest awareness raising campaign for fostering.

will run from Monday 11 May – Sunday 24 May and the theme this year is ‘This is Fostering’, celebrating and raising awareness of the different stories across the fostering community.

The theme this year brings together three key threads:

1) It shines a light on the everyday experiences of fostering, raising awareness of the positive impact foster carers have.

2) It acknowledges the pressures foster carers are facing in today’s climate – from low allowances and fees and inconsistent support, to feeling excluded from decision making about the children in their care.

3) It is a call to action. It gives us a collective platform to stand together as foster carers, kinship carers and the wider fostering community to call on the government for meaningful change.

Monday Myth Busting 💥

Oak Fostering proud to support Ampthill Town Council 💚

Fantastic local networking opportunity. Get your ticket today Ampthill Business Connect 💜

Start your Friday in the right way!

Join us for relaxed and friendly Business Breakfast Networking on Friday 22nd May, 9am-11am at Fratelli’s in Ampthill.

Whether you’re looking to grow your network, share ideas, or simply connect with like-minded professionals, this is the perfect space to do it, over a hot drink, some breakfast pastries and good conversation.

Expect:
• Genuine connections
• A supportive, welcoming atmosphere
• Opportunities to collaborate and grow your business

Plus the fabulous Helen from Beansprout will be holding a practical and interactive session on unlocking the hidden profit in your business. You’ll then leave with clear insights and some actions to take away.

Bring your business cards, your curiosity, and your appetite for connection.

We’re looking forward to seeing you!

Get your ticket today:
https://ampthillbusinessconnect.co.uk/events/

Wednesday Wisdom 🦉

International Midwives’ Day 🤰

This is an annual event that celebrates midwives and their vital role in ensuring safe childbirth and maternal care. Midwives provide comprehensive care during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period, offering support, education, and medical expertise.

This day also highlights the importance of midwifery in promoting healthy pregnancies, empowering women to make informed choices about their care and ensuring that all women have access to skilled midwives.

The Theme for International Day of the Midwife 2026 is 'One Million More Midwives'