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Proud to Support Railway Children ’ s Vital Work
CIRO is proud to announce our support for Railway Children , a charity dedicated to safeguarding vulnerable children and young people who find themselves at risk on the UK ’ s transport networks . Thousands of young people , some as young as 11 , use the railways each year . Many are fleeing unsafe situations , at risk of exploitation , or struggling with mental health issues .
Railway Children works tirelessly to protect these young people , offering immediate help and long-term solutions . They train railway staff to spot signs of vulnerability and intervene before it ’ s too late . Their work provides children with the safety , support , and hope they desperately need .
Our partnership with Railway Children includes raising awareness of their vital efforts and helping young people explore career opportunities within the rail industry . We are proud to contribute to this life-changing work and encourage everyone to get involved .
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The CIRO Team takes on the Railway Children ’ s Rail Trail challenge for charity
On the 27th of September 2024 , a team of eight from CIRO joined the Railway Children ’ s annual Rail Trail to raise vital funds for vulnerable children at risk here in the UK , India and Tanzania . Covering a distance of 25 km , the walk followed the iconic Circle Line overland across London and through 27 stations , offering a great physical challenge to participants .
The CIRO Team were able to contribute £ 1,100 towards the Railway Children ’ s goal . These funds will support the Railway Children ’ s work , including training those involved in railway services to effectively safeguard vulnerable children , reaching and protecting children at risk , and supporting young people towards brighter futures .
The organiser of the CIRO Team , Vicky Johndrow , shared the team ’ s celebration of successfully participating in the event :
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