Gypsy Roma Traveller Community Hub
How is KentChoices relevant to the Gypsy Roma Traveller (GRT) Community?
- All young people in Kent and Medway should have the opportunity to access the resources on KentChoices.
- The information on the website will help young people to think about their education choices and future career.
- KentChoices allows young people and families to see the opportunities available; such as college, sixth form, training and apprenticeships.
- Young people and families can find contact details to speak to an adviser about their choices.
If you have received a call from The Education People or the Medway IAG Team, first thing's first, there's no need to worry! We're just checking in on all the 16 to 18 year olds across Kent and Medway to see what you're doing in terms of school, work, or training. We want to make sure everyone's getting the support they need.
This is something we have to do by law on behalf of both councils.
- For more details on how Kent County Council handle your information, check out their Staying in Touch page.
- For more details on how Medway Council handle your information, check out their Data protection page.
Please be aware that this will not affect any benefits or financial support you or your parents/carers may receive.
Watch the video below to see how a typical phone call normally plays out.
Useful links
Friends, families and travellers
A Traveller led national charity that works on behalf of all Gypsies, Travellers and Roma. You can find advice and information on your work, your health & wellbeing, your rights and more.
https://local.kent.gov.uk/kb5/kent/directory/service.page?id=JKVZozeXwrQGypsy, Roma, Traveller Police Association (GPTPA)
Since its inception, the GRTPA has created a place where education and awareness around GRT cultures & histories are key. This has ensured that members of the policing family have a better awareness of the key issues the GRT face and helped to reduce the incidences of prejudice and racism.
https://grtpa.co.uk/Kent County Council - Gypsy, Roma, Traveller (GRT) and Minority Ethnic support
The Education Engagement Officers work with families, schools and other agencies to help vulnerable learners from the Gypsy, Roma, Traveller communities to access and sustain education. This collaboration, promotes equality of opportunity and potential for success.
https://www.kelsi.org.uk/pru-inclusion-and-attendance-service-pias/grt-and-me-supportKent County Council - Find a Gypsy and Traveller site
Join the waiting list for sites managed by Kent County Council and other councils.
https://www.kent.gov.uk/leisure-and-community/gypsies-and-travellers/find-a-sitePAPYRUS - Prevention of Young Suicide
Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities across the UK face significant health inequalities and are more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression than the general population. PAPYRUS is always here for you, should you ever need them. Their 'HOPELINE247' service is an inclusive, non-judgmental space to talk openly and honestly about thoughts of suicide.
https://www.papyrus-uk.org/gypsy-roma-traveller/The Traveller Movement
The Traveller Movement works to support young people and families from Traveller and Gypsy communities in the UK. They do this by offering advocating for your rights, providing legal and healthcare support and more.
https://travellermovement.org.uk/
Video resources