Total Respect
Total Respect is an award-winning training programme that offers a powerful, eye-opening experience into the realities faced by young people in the care system. What makes it truly unique? It’s designed and delivered by young people who have lived through the care experience themselves. Their voices, stories, and insights bring authenticity and impact that no textbook or lecture ever could.
Why should professionals choose Total Respect?
Through interactive exercises and real-life testimonies, Total Respect helps professionals develop empathy, awareness, and practical understanding – essential tools for improving services and outcomes for children and young people.
- Led by experts with lived experience: Young trainers share their personal journeys, offering invaluable perspectives that challenge assumptions and deepen understanding.
- Tailored to your role: Whether you work in education, social care, health, or policy, the programme is customised to make the training directly relevant to your day-to-day work.
- Improve practice and services: Equip your team with the insights needed to deliver more compassionate, effective, and responsive support.
Why it matters that Devon County Council gets involved
When organisations like Devon County Council champion Total Respect, it sends a powerful message: we listen, we care, and we act. Supporting this programme demonstrates a commitment to inclusive, youth-informed practice and helps embed a culture of respect and understanding across the organisation.
Booking and pricing
Ready to take the next step? Arrange a date that works for you or get more information by simply contacting either Ella at ella.baker@devon.gov.uk, or Marcus at marcus.jonker@devon.gov.uk.
Internal rates:
- Full Day: £250
- Half Day: £180
External rates:
- Full Day: £500
- Half Day: £300
Lastly, if you are a care experienced young person who is interested in getting involved with Total Respect, feel free to email us through the details above and we can see what we can do for you!