Welcome
HIP is Hackney’s independent forum for parents and carers of disabled children in Hackney. We help families get their voices heard to influence and improve services used by our children.
We run events and workshops on Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) law and on other useful topics that can help you navigate the SEND ‘maze’. HIP also represents SEND families on local boards and committee responsible for local services for our children.
Who we are
HIP was set up in March 2009. Our aim is to involve parents in influencing and shaping services for children with disabilities. HIP is led by and for parents and carers and has a large network of members. At the moment our organising committee is small but active.
Meet a few of us below (we are very friendly and approachable). We are keen to get more parents and carers involved so HIP start get parents involved in even more services that that affect our children’s lives.
Want to Help?
HIP is always on the lookout for new parents in Hackney to act as a parent representative on the Borough’s Steering Groups, Committees and Boards. This is a chance to learn new skills and represent the voice of parents, often at important levels where decisions are made about a key service for children with disabilities.
Parents and carers
- Have your say on services for children with disabilities in Hackney
- Participate in making decisions about services
- Find and share information
- Meet other local parents and carers at HIP events
- Get involved and get your voice heard
Professionals who work with children with disabilities and/or special needs
- Consult and engage with parents/carers of children with disabilities and special needs
- Learn first-hand about concerns and issues affecting families
- Find parents and carers to address training sessions or participate on committees
- Target parents/carers of children with disabilities and special needs
- Publicise events and services