Broadcasters check out vital work of childline service
Journalist and broadcaster, Marverine Cole, and BBC Radio WM presenter PJ Ellis met volunteers and staff at the NSPCC’s Childline base in Birmingham to find out more about the vital service they offer young people.
The Good Morning Britain presenter and the former Big Brother contestant visited The CIBA building this month, where they spoke to volunteers about their experiences running the helpline and learnt more about the NSPCC’s work and services in the region.
Marverine said: “I felt incredibly humbled speaking with volunteers who take calls from children and seeing first-hand how the service works.
“It was great to meet the team at Childline Birmingham and I came away with a better understanding of what the charity does and how it goes above and beyond to support and protect children and young people.”
PJ said: “It was a real privilege to be invited to meet the volunteers and staff at Childline and it was amazing to witness such an incredible force for good that is happening right here in the heart of the city.
“The team tackle a whole host of issues that are affecting young people and often deal with the most challenging of situations. And yet, they go about their business in such a calm and professional manner while doing so much to help scared and vulnerable children.”
This autumn, Marverine and PJ will co-host the NSPCC’s Big Birthday Ball at Birmingham’s ICC.
The event, on Friday, October 11, will celebrate the NSPCC’s 140th birthday and raise vital funds for Childline and other essential charity services and projects based in the Midlands.
Amanda Synnott, the supporter fundraising manager for the West Midlands, said: “We were all absolutely thrilled to meet Marverine and PJ in person and to show them around our Birmingham office.
“We’re so grateful that they’re hosting our Big Birthday Ball later this year, and it was terrific to welcome them to the CIBA building to meet the team and help them build a stronger connection with the charity.”
To join Marverine and PJ at this year’s Big Birthday Ball, please purchase your tickets by sending an email to the NSPCC’s Birmingham Business Board at nspccwmbb@gmail.com
