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To build change you need a whole systems view on partnerships

Most things are socially defined by what people say or do, or how they are in their social groups and teams. 

Through the eyes of a child, all professionals “are all simply adults with authority”. They do not necessarily see or understand professional training, status, qualifications or experience. They also do not necessarily understand the complexities involved in keeping them safe from harm or support delivered through partnership arrangements.

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The multiagency safeguarding hub – how it works

In this blog Marisa De Jager describes how the MASH process works.

When the multiagency safeguarding hub (MASH) receives a contact, the MASH screening officers for social care first check if the child already has a social worker. If there is an allocated social worker, they are considered to be the best person to support the child, so the case is referred directly to them.

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