Missing People

We are launching our new strategy ‘From Crisis to Hope.’ in our 30th anniversary year, working towards three main goals: 1. Going missing is understood as a crisis that can be a matter of life or death. 2. All missing people and their loved ones get the right help at the right time. 3. Fewer missing people come to harm. Learn more and read the full strategy on our website: https://lnkd.in/eHFjEfpw

On October 29th, Manhood Academy Global are hosting a conference, addressing the rising number of missing black children in London. Josie Allan, Head of Policy and Partnerships for Missing People, will be speaking at the event. If you are interested in attending, you can learn more and purchase tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eQHECHiV

Tonight at 9pm, BBC One will be airing 'The Search for Nicola Bulley', retelling the search for Nicola Bulley, who went missing in January 2023 and was sadly later found deceased. The documentary explores how the media coverage and speculation from those on social media affected the case. Today, we launched our Media Guidance, to advise journalists and content creators of best practice when reporting on missing people and the issues around missing. We hope that our guidance can help families with a missing loved one and the media work better together to help bring missing people to safety. Download the guidance here: https://lnkd.in/ev_bsQUY

Today, we have released a new set of guidelines to help journalists, content creators, and media producers report on missing persons with greater responsibility and sensitivity. Learn more and download the guidance on our website: https://lnkd.in/eaWJ3HMM

WE NEED YOUR HELP! The Night of Light Gala 2025 will raise vital funds that will allow Missing People to continue supporting people in crisis across the UK, safely reuniting missing people with their families, and preventing them from going missing again. In 2024, the event raised a record-breaking £383,000 and our auction makes up a large part of this fundraising. With your support, we can continue to raise even more in 2025. From the hottest Sporting Event tickets to incredible VIP/Meet and Greet Concert experiences to worldwide Holidays and Adventures, this is going to be one not to miss. If you, or your networks, are able to support Missing People by donating an auction prize, please get in touch at gala@missingpeople.org.uk. Please show your continued support by sharing this post to your networks.

📣ONLINE TRAINING: SUPPORTING CARE EXPERIENCED CHILDREN ON THEIR RETURN FROM MISSING📣 Missing People is pleased to announce the next date of our training for care providers. This training aims to give you, as care providers, the confidence to support care-experienced children when they return from missing. Join us on Thursday the 24th of October, from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. You can purchase individual tickets to this event for £83 per person by clicking the link below. Please note that spaces for this training are limited, and we recommend booking as soon as possible using the link below to avoid disappointment. https://lnkd.in/eA8KQYqA Feedback from our last training:

Last week, Missing People attended the #ThirdSectorAwards, where we were delighted to win in the Charity Partnership of the Year category for our partnership with Samaritans - 'Missing & Suicide Risk TextSafe' A huge thank you to everyone at both Missing People and Samaritans involved in this vital partnership and to Third Sector for recognising the impact of the support we are able to provide to missing adults thought to be at high risk of suicide.

Attending the Children's Homes Leaders' Conference 2024 in Birmingham today! 🌟 It's inspiring to see so many registered managers, responsible individuals, owners, and supporters of leadership coming together to discuss the future of children's homes. If you're here, swing by our stand and grab a sweet treat! 🍬 Want to learn how we can help you support care-experienced children when they return from being missing? Email us at consultancy@missingpeople.org.uk. #ChildrensHomes #Leadership #CareProviders #MissingChildren

Run the 2025 Great North Run for Missing People and help us be a lifeline when someone disappears! Experience the buzz, unrivalled support and cheerful crowds of this renowned event. Did you miss out on a ballot spot? Not to worry, sign up to be a part of #teammissingpeople today: https://lnkd.in/ezeY9NXb Alternatively, use your ballot space in the Great North Run to fundraise for Missing People. You will be part of #teammissingpeople and receive the same support: https://lnkd.in/eDz6dSsh

The team at Good Innovation have provided such wonderful support and we can't wait to continue on our journey with them. Thank you so much!