# Event Details - **Event Name**: GM Speech, Language, and Communication Transformation Event 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: A chance to reflect on achievements and challenges of first 18 months of SLC Transformation in GM and future plans.About this EventIn April 2025, Greater Manchester began its journey to transform the way that children and young people with speech, language, and communication needs are supported through implementation of The Balanced System Framework. This followed a discovery phase which identified that 34 % of GM children and young people have a SLC need which may adversely affect their life chances. To address scale of need, a radically different whole-system approach was required to delivery. As the programme moves into full implementation, we would like to invite you to join us for an in-person, session to:Provide an update on progress so far and reflect on this work within the current national and local policy contextProvide an update on progress so far and reflect on this work within the current national and local policy context.Celebrate the successes of the first 18 moths of transformation and promote what is already being achieved and offered in GM.Spotlight good practice from local systems including SLC services and wider system partners.Strengthen understanding of the role of different parts of the system in supporting children and young people.Demonstrate hoe The Balanced System framework supports the delivery of Experts at Hand.Take part in workshops to highlight future opportunities, problem-solve collectively, and help shape the plans beyond transformation.Who should attend this event?Parent Carer Forum leadsSpeech and Language Service representativesLA education, SEND and Inclusion LeadsEarly Years and Family Hubs leads0-19 service representativesYouth Justice leadsGM Locality commissioners/ SLC transformation leads - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/gm-speech-language-and-communication-transformation-event-2026/100001997459003650 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours - Location: Mechanics Institute - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Manchester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Mechanics Institute - **lat**: 53.4770851 - **long**: -2.2391054 - **full address**: Mechanics Institute, 103 Princess Street, Manchester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: GM Speech, Language, and Communication Transformation Event 2026 - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=GM+Speech%2C+Language%2C+and+Communication+Transformation+Event+2026&date=Tue%2C+20+Oct%2C+2026+at+09%3A00+am&bg=1 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is GM Speech, Language, and Communication Transformation Event 2026 being held? - **A:** GM Speech, Language, and Communication Transformation Event 2026 takes place on Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Mechanics Institute, 103 Princess Street, Manchester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing GM Speech, Language, and Communication Transformation Event 2026? - **A:** GM Speech, Language, and Communication Transformation Event 2026 is organized by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (PSR). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** GM Speech, Language, and Communication Transformation Event 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manchester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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