Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets of Glasgow to demand lifelong rights and support for those who have been in the care system. The Love Rally aimed to raise awareness and advocate for equality, love, and respect for care-experienced individuals. The march was organized by Who Cares? Scotland, and comes after a report revealed negative experiences for two-thirds of care-experienced adults when leaving care.
Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets of Glasgow on Sunday afternoon to show their support for those who have been in the care system.
Types of care include children's homes, foster care, secure care, adoption, or being looked after at home with social work supervision.Carmel Jacob, a Care Experienced person who spoke at the rally, said: “The Love Rally is always a fantastic day.“I've attended since the first rally and I’ll keep coming back until care experienced people are given the equality, love and respect they deserve.
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