Ruth Denton

Ruth Denton has extensive experience in child and youth services, currently serving as the Child Friendly City Lead at Manchester City Council since July 2005, where responsibilities include leading the initiative for Manchester's recognition as a UNICEF Child Friendly City. Additional roles at Manchester City Council include 'Year of the Child' Lead, Youth, Play and Participation Manager, Our Year Lead, and Early Years Safeguarding Lead, focusing on safeguarding in the early years sector. Prior experience includes positions such as Senior Quality Assurance and Safeguarding Officer and Quality Assurance Manager, emphasizing compliance and quality in play services. Ruth's background also includes managing youth outreach initiatives at Manchester Young Lives and teaching English in Japan. Ruth holds a Bachelor's degree in Sport Science from Liverpool John Moores University.