CASCADE Talks podcast brings leading researchers together with practitioners and service users to share expertise, research evidence and care experiences. Each participant offers unique perspectives and solutions to the challenges we face as we work to build better social care in Wales.

Lemn Sissay OBE reflections on care – ExChange Wales ExChange Wales: Social care training & resource

Professor Alyson Rees, in conversation with Lemn Sissay OBE, about his experience in care as a child. In his memoir "My Name Is Why", Sissay reflects on his childhood, self-expression and Britishness, and in doing so, explores the institutional care system, race, family and the meaning of home. We explore Sissay's experience in care, his relationships with his support workers & the messages "My Name Is Why" has for social care. Featuring: Lemn Sissay OBEProf Alyson ReesLorna Stabler
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  3. Survivors’ stories: Survivors of domestic abuse in conversation – ExChange Wales
  4. Building and developing strengths-based approaches in adult services – ExChange Wales
  5. 'In My Skin' writer, Kayleigh Llewellyn – ExChange Wales
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  7. Lyn Romeo, Chief Social Worker for Adults in England – ExChange Wales
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  9. Supporting Care Experienced Parents Transition to University – ExChange Wales
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