Charity of the Year - The Child Brain Injury Trust
Paul Brown, President of Newcastle Law Society has immense pleasure in announcing who his chosen charity is for his Presidential year - The Child Brain Injury Trust. Please support Newcastle Law Society to raise vital funds for CBIT during Paul Brown’s Presidential year.
The Child Brain Injury Trust (CBIT) is the UK’s leading charity supporting children, young people and their families affected by acquired brain injury. When a child acquires a brain injury it can have a devastating effect on all the family. Every year thousands of families are left without any support and often feel alone with nowhere to turn to. CBIT are there to support families and professionals working with children and young people who find themselves in need of financial support to help families navigate life after an ABI. From hospital stays to home adjustments, education challenges and mental health support, CBIT help every step of the way.
Every 15 minutes, a child in the UK sustains a brain injury that could change their life forever. At the Child Brain Injury Trust, we've supported over 20,000 families through their journey of recovery and adaptation.
"The support we received from CBIT gave us hope when we needed it most. They helped us understand our daughter's injury and showed us a path forward." - Sarah, parent
Quick Facts
• Founded: 1991
• Coverage: Nationwide support network across the UK
• Core Services: Direct family support, educational assistance, professional training
Who We Are
The Child Brain Injury Trust stands at the forefront of supporting children, young people, and families affected by acquired brain injury (ABI). Since 1991, we've transformed thousands of lives through expert support, advocacy, and education. Our network of ABI Coordinators provides personalised guidance, ensuring no family faces this challenging journey alone.
Our Impact
Acquired brain injury strikes without warning, but its effects can last a lifetime. Through our specialised support programmes, we:
- currently support just under 2,000 families across 23 regions (an average of over 80 families per coordinator)
- delivered awareness sessions and workshops to over 2,000 people and professionals in 2024
- offered over 3.5k counselling sessions since 2021
- held nearly 200 family events last year, with around 500 people enjoying them
Services We Offer
Direct Family Support
- Personal ABI Coordinators offering one-to-one guidance
- Emergency Fund for immediate financial assistance
- Online Support Groups connecting families nationwide
- 24/7 Information Portal with resources and guidance
We transform how schools support children with ABI through:
- Specialised teacher training programmes
- Classroom adaptation strategies
- Educational psychology support
- Return-to-school transition planning
Professional Development
- Healthcare professional training
- Educational staff workshops
- Legal sector awareness programmes
- Social care service guidance
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Our advocacy efforts have achieved significant milestones:
- Policy Change: Contributed to national ABI guidelines
- Research: Leading partnerships with major universities
- Awareness: Annual campaigns reaching millions
- Innovation: Pioneering new support methodologies
Get Involved with the Child Brain Injury Trust
Newcastle Law Society members have a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference by supporting the Child Brain Injury Trust.
Whether you take on a personal challenge, organise a fundraising event, or join one of our exciting themed fundraisers, there are plenty of ways to get involved. Why not rally your colleagues for a charity quiz night, take part in a sponsored challenge, or attend one of our upcoming events?
Every effort helps us continue our work—elevating families, enriching futures. To get started, contact us today to learn more about fundraising opportunities.
Connect With Us
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Together, we can ensure every child affected by acquired brain injury has the support they need to reach their full potential. Your involvement makes our vital work possible.