EG Age Assessments Training & Consultancy is a team of specialist social workers with extensive hands-on and practical age assessment experience. Our team is dedicated to providing accurate, fair, and robust age assessments for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children (UASC) and other vulnerable groups. Our mission is to support Local Authorities and organizations across the UK in ensuring that all age assessments adhere to the highest standards, promoting the welfare and rights of the individuals we serve.
Elizabeth Green, a leading figure at EG Age Assessments Training & Consultancy, was among the first Independent Social Workers contracted by the Home Office Pilot Community National Age Assessment Team. Her contributions were pivotal in establishing the National Age Assessment Board (NAAB), which now oversees all age assessments. Her role involved working closely with Local Authorities across the UK, ensuring their age assessments adhered to the stringent Merton Compliance standards until May 2023.
Elizabeth has a wealth of experience in conducting complex Merton-compliant age assessments. Her focus is on providing comprehensive and robust assessments that withstand judicial challenge. She has worked extensively with Local Authorities to ensure the accuracy and fairness of their age assessments.
Elizabeth’s dedication to unaccompanied asylum-seeking children (UASC) is evident in her extensive work in this area. She has conducted initial assessments at UASC hotels, where she often served as the Team Leader, overseeing the well-being of both the children and the support staff. Her experience includes:
Elizabeth’s career spans over 30 years, both qualified and unqualified, with a significant focus on refugees since 1994. She has worked in various capacities and roles across different continents, from Africa to Europe. As a Senior Social Worker for various Local Authorities, she has been at the forefront of safeguarding children and young people. Her roles have included:
In her capacity as an Independent Social Worker, Elizabeth has conducted a wide range of specialist assessments for the Court, including:
Elizabeth’s commitment to social work extends beyond the UK. She has volunteered with the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and the United Nations Development Fund in Africa. Her work with non-governmental organisations in Sudan involved supporting refugees and providing critical services to vulnerable populations. This international experience has enriched her practice, offering a global perspective on age assessments and child welfare.
Elizabeth is a proud member of the British Association of Social Workers (BASW), demonstrating her commitment to maintaining the highest standards of practice. Her training courses have received outstanding testimonials, with participants praising the sessions as exceptional, informative, and highly practical.
Training Local Authority and Independent Social Workers:
Elizabeth is passionate about training and teaching others. She has extensive experience in training Local Authority and Independent Social Workers, as well as providing valuable knowledge to strategic partners working with unaccompanied asylum-seeking children
Workshops, Webinars, and Events:
Apart from the MCAT courses, Elizabeth regularly undertakes free webinars, Eventbrite workshops, and forum events to promote best practices in age assessments. These training sessions are designed for limited group numbers to encourage interactive and engaging learning experiences.
Postgraduate Diploma in Law:
Elizabeth holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Law, which complements her social work expertise, providing a strong legal foundation for her work in age assessments.
Continued Research and Learning:
Committed to ongoing professional development, Elizabeth engages in continued research and learning to stay updated with the latest developments in social work and law. This dedication ensures that her practice remains at the forefront of the field.
Those who have worked with Elizabeth praise her dedication, expertise, and compassionate approach. Colleagues and clients alike commend her ability to provide thorough, fair, and empathetic age assessments. Testimonials highlight her exceptional training sessions, noting the practical and insightful nature of her teaching.
EG Age Assessments Training & Consultancy proudly serves all regions of the UK, including Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Our comprehensive services ensure that Local Authorities and organisations across the country can rely on us for expert age assessments.
"In a recent case, Elizabeth's meticulous age assessment helped secure appropriate care for a vulnerable unaccompanied asylum-seeking child, ensuring their safety and well-being."
"Elizabeth's training workshop for a Local Authority led to improved compliance with Merton standards, significantly reducing legal challenges and improving outcomes for children in their care."
Join us in our mission to provide fair and accurate age assessments. Contact EG Age Assessments Training & Consultancy today to learn more about our services and how we can support your organisation
Email : info@ageassessments.co.uk or
Phone : 02045 836840
We provide in-person and webinar-based age assessment training for local authorities throughout the UK, helping them grow capacity and undertake case law-compliant UASC assessments.
Our specialist social workers undertake Merton compliant UASC assessments, ensuring human rights and statutory responsibilities are upheld, and providing protection from potential litigation.
We support local authorities, charities, and legal teams to ensure compliance while completing UASC assessments and improve provision for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.
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