A: Find out who the most excluded parents are. Most children's centresare already working with health visitors and midwives, who should knowthe teenage mothers and pregnant teenagers in your area. Some Black andminority ethnic parents are also more likely to feel excluded - and somecommunities, for example refugees and asylum seekers, may find it moredifficult to access services. Disabled children and the children ofdisabled parents are another group who face particular barriers.
Ask the local authority early years team for the information you need,and work with community and voluntary organisations to find out wherethe most excluded families live (Travellers, for example), and visitthem.
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