News and Events
Welcome to our News and Events section. Stay informed and inspired with the latest updates from VOPFN. Here, we share important news, upcoming events, and highlights from our work supporting one-parent families across the globe. Whether you're interested in attending workshops, learning about our initiatives, or staying updated on the impact of our network, this is the place to connect with our vibrant community.
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Janet Greenlees Associate Professor GCU contributes evidence to Gov. 2026
On 24th February Professor Greenless contributed oral evidence to the House of Commons Education Committee enquiry into Historic Forced Adoption Practices in Britain and Ireland
Satwat Rehman awarded a PhD from GCU
Satwat Rehman was honoured for her dedication to equality and social justice. With more than three decades of work in equalities, education, and economic development...
Jenny Davidson, CEO CSMC Visits Glasgow
October 2024
October 2024
The Council of Single Mothers and their Children CEO travels to Glasgow for the inaugural meeting of the VOPFN
VOPFN Conference Programme
September 2024
September 2024
First Conference of the International VOPFN - Programme
Upcoming (VOPFN) workshop August 2024
bringing together historians, archivists, and representatives from Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) across England, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
10th Annual Ailsa McKay Memorial Lecture
bringing together historians, archivists, and representatives from Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) across England, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
New article examines the UK Government’s apology for historical forced adoptions
VOPFN researchers explore the history behind the UK Government’s formal apology for its role in historical forced adoption practices in England.
New Chapter animation reaches an international audience in Seoul
The VOPFN-linked New Chapter animation was screened during an international conference presentation at Kwangwoon University in Seoul, South Korea.
