Multi-agency working and children and young people with disabilities:

Todd, L; Rose, J

doi:10.2307/jj.9692591.11

Multi-agency working and children and young people with disabilities:

Lookup NU author(s): Professor Liz Todd OBE ORCiD

Downloads

Full text for this publication is not currently held within this repository. Alternative links are provided below where available.

Abstract

This chapter examines the evolution and effectiveness of multi-agency working in supporting children and young people with disabilities over the past four decades. Focusing primarily on the educational sector, it critiques policy developments from the Warnock Report to the era of Education, Health and Care Plans. The analysis challenges traditional conceptions of multi-agency collaboration, which often prioritise systemic and communicative efficiency over the complex dynamics of professional roles and relationships. Emphasising the need for a relational and flexible approach, the authors argue for a shift towards recognising and incorporating the diverse knowledges and changing needs of families. The concept of ‘privilege-cognisant’ professionals is introduced to advocate for a more adaptive and inclusive service provision that supports the active becoming of children and families, despite the challenges posed by austerity and conflicting interests.