The Birmingham Commission for Children's report - It takes a City to raise a Child - outlines what children and young people in Birmingham think of growing up in England's second city and sets out what needs to change to ensure they have a safe and enjoyable childhood.
The report was published this week and compiled from the views of 1,000 fiveto 18-year-olds, as well as evidence given by statutory, voluntary and community groups that attended seven public meetings and made written submissions. It sets out a 10-year vision to make the city as child-focused as possible.
The commission, consisting of a panel of five experts supported by The Children's Society, says the local authority has a key role in making this happen. Commission chair Janet Grauberg - a former senior policy adviser to the Education Secretary - sees the city's council as playing a leadership role by harnessing resources and assets, championing the rights of children and facilitating broad partnerships (see box).
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