Appropriate Adult role for Age Assessments

Not sure what an appropriate adult is actually supposed to do during an age assessment — or where the limits of that role lie? This short video walks you through everything you need to know. Whether you are a social worker, an independent advocate, or a community professional supporting an unaccompanied young person, understanding this role clearly can make a real difference to the outcome. In under 10 minutes, you will learn what an age assessment is and why it matters, who can act as an appropriate adult, what your key responsibilities are during the process, and just as importantly, what you should not do.