Barnardo’s transforms the lives of the most vulnerable children across the UK through the work of the services, campaigning and research expertise.

They believe they can bring out the very best in every child whether the issue is child poverty, sexual exploitation, disability or domestic violence.

At Barnardo’s they believe in children – no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. They will ensure their needs are met and their voices are heard.  

This belief started with the pioneering founder, Thomas Barnardo, who stood up for the most vulnerable children in society. They continue to fight for the UK’s most vulnerable children to realise his dream of a world where no child is turned away.

Vision is his vision – a world where no child is turned away.

Purpose is to transform the lives of the UK’s most vulnerable children.

Mission

• Reach and help those children whose voices are unheard and whose needs are unmet.
• Defend, safeguard and support them at key moments to change their lives for the better.
• Fight to change policy, practice and public opinion.
• Inspire people and partners to unite behind the purpose.
• They value and embrace diversity, and are committed to creating a society for the staff, the volunteers and the children they work with that is free from discrimination, victimisation and harassment.