About Us

"Hope for tomorrow - today"

The Child Brain Injury Trust was established by a group of health professionals in 1991 to research and provide information regarding the effects of ‘traumatic’ injury on a child’s developing brain.

Parents of children with acquired brain injury were keen to become actively involved with the charity and over time the emphasis on the work changed.

Today the Child Brain Injury Trust is the leading voluntary sector organisation providing emotional and practical support, information and learning opportunities for families and professionals affected by childhood acquired brain injury across the UK.

We work across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland and have a dedicated team of professional staff who give their expertise, commitment and energy every day.

Families continue to be involved in the development of the charity and we continue to be amazed and enlightened by their resilience and strength.

Our Vision:

A future where all children and young people with an acquired brain injury are diagnosed promptly and receive the support they and their families need to reach their full potential and to have the best quality of life possible.

Our Mission (what we do to deliver our vision):

  • To reach a wider audience so that families know we are here for them
  • To provide individualised support to enable children and their families to move forward following acquired brain injury
  • To improve the quality of life of those affected by raising awareness of the impact of a brain injury on the whole family and empower those who can help through provision of education and information.
  • To provide a powerful, united voice for individuals, families, communities, experts and professionals who know just how devastating childhood acquired brain injury can be
  • To influence policy in health, social care, education and youth justice to improve access to support and the quality of support provided
  • To raise the funds we need to deliver our vision, inspired by the individuals and families at the heart of the organisation

Our Values:

At the heart of our organisation are the people we exist for. Our values reflect the way we work to achieve our vision…

  • Integrity – we believe in honesty, professionalism, equality, and transparency.
  • Compassionate – we place the needs of families at the centre of our work.
  • Innovative – we seek to adapt and create new ways of working to engage families.
  • Reflective – we seek feedback and strive to keep learning to ensure we are continually able to respond and improve our work.

Our latest news & blogs:

Final AGloha Celebration Set to Light Up London This October

Press release – 22nd July 2025  The Child Brain Injury Trust (CBIT) is thrilled to…

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Four Leaders Take the Leap to Support Families Facing Childhood-Acquired Brain Injury

Press release – 03rd July 2025 On Thursday, the 31st of July, four inspiring leaders…

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Newcastle Upon Tyne Law Society Names Child Brain Injury Trust as Charity of the Year

Press release – 01st July 2025 The Newcastle Upon Tyne Law Society has officially selected…

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CBIT Games 2025: Sunshine and Sportsmanship for a Vital Cause

Last Friday marked the 4th edition of the much-loved CBIT Games, and what a day…

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Learning Disability Week: Practical Tips

Every child deserves the chance to shine. But for those living with an acquired brain…

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Carers Week: Recognising the Vital Role of ABI Families

Carers Week is a time to reflect, recognise, and champion the remarkable people who care…

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