Children's Mental Health Week 2027 Summit
Place2Be’s inaugural Children’s Mental Health Week Summit will bring together children and young people, educators, clinicians, policymakers, researchers, supporters and sector leaders for a youth-led conversation about children’s mental health. Built around the theme 'Step into Our World', the summit aims to move beyond conversations about young people and create a platform for conversations led by young people.
Key information
Date: Wednesday 27 January 2027
Time: 9:00am–1:30pm (Registration, coffee and pastries from 9-9:30am)
Location: Royal Albert Hall, London, SW7 2AP. Stage 8 Entrance
Programme Overview
Join us for an exciting programme of thought provoking discussions with children and young people, policymakers and sector leaders.
We've put together an engaging event, with insightful and enlightening panels and sessions covering different topics.
Opening Keynote: Children’s Voices at the Heart of Change.
Panel 1: Step Into Our World: Growing Up Across Generations – an intergenerational discussion on mental health, wellbeing and support.
Panel 2: The Story Behind the Statistics – exclusive new research brought to life through the lived experiences of children and young people.
Panel 3: Turning Youth Voice into Action – exploring how schools, mental health services and decision-makers can respond to the priorities identified by young people, with a focus on early intervention and practical solutions.
Q&A: An opportunity for the audience to ask questions to our panelists.
Closing Speech: Catherine Roche, Place2Be's Chief Executive, to deliver closing words.
Youth Voice Hub
An interactive space showcasing artwork, stories, ideas and perspectives from children and young people, providing additional opportunities for attendees to engage directly with youth voices throughout the day.
What Attendees Will Gain
Insights from children and young people, exclusive research findings, examples of youth participation in action, practical ideas for supporting children’s mental health, and opportunities to connect with leaders across education, health, policy and the charity sector.
Further Information
Additional speakers, programme details and registration information will be announced in the coming months.
Step into Our World
The official theme for Children's Mental Health Week 2027 is 'Step into Our World'
'Step into Our World' invites everyone to see through children and young people’s eyes, gaining insight into their experiences, perspectives and emotions through empathy and nurturing relationships. It highlights the vital role that understanding, connection and positive relationships play in supporting their mental health and wellbeing.
Empathy is the ability to understand and relate to the feelings of another person. It is about being open, curious and willing to see the world through someone else’s perspective. By practising empathy, we can build stronger connections, foster inclusion and create environments where children feel valued, supported and understood.
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About Children’s Mental Health Week
What is Children's Mental Health Week?
Children's Mental Health Week is an annual mental health awareness week launched by children's mental health charity, Place2Be. The week exists to empower, equip and give a voice to all children and young people in the UK.
When is Children's Mental Health Week 2027?
Children's Mental Health Week 2027 will take place from 1-7 February 2027! The week launched back in 2015 and we celebrate it every February.
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