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Tornado of change

You can help forces children who feel powerless in the face of change

Ever felt powerless in the face of change? New surroundings, new responsibilities, new expectations…

Welcoming forces children into their new civilian lives can help them cope with the sadness and pressure of a move, making them feel at home again.

The other side of the storm.

Find out how you can help

You can help forces children who feel lost and alone in a new place.

Ever felt lost and alone in a new place? New school, new rules, new faces…

Welcoming forces children into their new civilian lives can help them cope with the chaos and confusion of a move, making them feel at home again.

So they can find their way.

Find out how you can help

You can help forces children who feel anxious about what lies ahead.

Ever had to act brave in the face of change? Leaving your home and your community, missing friends…

Welcoming forces children into their new civilian lives can help them cope with the worry and uncertainty of a move, making them feel at home again.

Wherever they land.

Find out how you can help

Find out what you can do to help

You may be a young person making the change from military to civilian life with your family, or know someone in your class who is going through this change.

You may work directly with pupils from the armed forces community or make important decisions about their future.

 

There are lot’s of things you can do to help yourself or others get to get through this tornado of change.

Find out more about what you can do to help.

Armed Forces children and young people

You’re not alone.

Are you from an armed forces or veteran family and share these feelings? Forces Children Scotland can help making the change to civilian life a little easier.

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Civilian friends and classmates

A small kindness makes a big difference.

Are there young people from veteran families in your class at school? There are lots of little things you can do to welcome peers to their new surroundings and civilian life.

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Educators and professionals

Meet their unique support needs

Do you support pupils from the armed forces community? Enhance understanding and adapt your practice to better meet unique support needs.

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Policy-makers

Listen to the voice of children

Are you making decisions on behalf of these young people? Ensure the voice of young people is heard in future policymaking.

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