A Kushtie Place to Live

A book by children about the life of young Gypsies, Roma and Travellers was launched at County Hall, Worcester.

Children from a group called the T-Club have produced A Kushtie Place to Live, which will be sent to every primary school in the county.

It came about because Gypsy and Traveller children wanted to tell other children in Worcestershire about their lives.

Children and families who contributed to this book from the Waterside Park in Worcester were invited to take part in the book’s launch in the council chamber.

Each child was presented with their own copy by Worcestershire County Council's head of learning and achievement John Edwards.

“A Kushtie Place to Live is a credit to the determination of these young writers to break down barriers and share their story with other children and young people in the county,” he said.

“They have worked hard to produce the artwork, take the photographs and learn new digital skills."

The project was coordinated by the County Council’s Gypsy Roma Traveller education team, who are hoping that the book will help promote a more positive image of Worcestershire’s largest ethnic minority.

Kay Poole, from the team, said: “It was a huge pleasure to work with these children and young people whose creativity never ceases to amaze me.

“Despite the many challenges and problems along the way, A Kushtie Place to Live has been beautifully produced and I am sure readers will join me in congratulating the children on an excellent job done.”