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Remembering Camila Batmanghelidjh: The Legacy of a Children's Advocate

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Camila Batmanghelidjh, the founder of Kids Company, leaves behind a remarkable legacy advocating for vulnerable children in the UK. Read more about her impactful life here!

Camila Batmanghelidjh, the charismatic founder of Kids Company, passed away at the age of 61. Known for her colorful attire and outspoken pursuit of social justice, she dedicated her life to supporting deprived and vulnerable children in London and Bristol. Despite facing challenges and controversies, Batmanghelidjh's commitment to helping those in need remained unwavering.

Born in Iran and raised in Belgium, Batmanghelidjh's journey led her to be recognized as one of the 100 most powerful women in the UK. Her work at Kids Company, which she started in 1996, touched the lives of countless young people, earning her the title of the 'Angel of the vulnerable children.'

As tributes pour in for this children's advocate, it's evident that her impact extended far beyond her charity work. In the face of adversity, she continued to fight for social justice and support the most marginalized members of society. Camila Batmanghelidjh's legacy serves as a reminder of the power one individual has to make a difference in the lives of others.

In the world of children's charity, Camila Batmanghelidjh will forever be remembered as a trailblazer who fearlessly championed the rights of vulnerable youth. Her dedication to the cause and her vibrant personality left a lasting impression on all who knew her.

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Kids Company founder Camila Batmanghelidjh dies (BBC News)

The social justice campaigner, known for her work with children, died on her birthday, aged 61.

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Kids Company charity founder Camila Batmanghelidjh dies aged 61 (The Independent)

Iranian-Belgian social justice campaigner was forced to step down from Kids Company in 2015.

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Camila Batmanghelidjh: Kids Company charity founder dies aged 61 (Sky News)

Batmanghelidjh was named one of the 100 most powerful women in the UK in a 2013 list including JK Rowling and Theresa May.

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Camila Batmanghelidjh, Kids Company founder, dies aged 61 (Telegraph.co.uk)

Charity leader 'dedicated her life to advocating for Britain's most vulnerable children', her family says.

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Camila Batmanghelidjh: Kids Company founder known as 'Angel of ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Kids Company charity founder Camila Batmanghelidjh died on New Year's Day after celebrating her 61st birthday with family, they said in a statement on ...

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Kids Company founder Camila Batmanghelidjh dies aged 61 (iNews)

Ms Batmanghelidjh started the charity in 1996 in south London to support deprived and vulnerable children and young people living in cities.

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Kids Company charity founder Camila Batmanghelidjh dies aged 61 (The Guardian)

Family announces death of campaigner known for her charisma, colourful attire and outspoken pursuit of social justice for children.

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Kids Company founder Camila Batmanghelidjh dies aged 61 (ITV News)

Keeping Kids Company, which was also known as Kids Company or Kids Co, supported vulnerable children and young people in London and Bristol.

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Kids Company charity founder Camila Batmanghelidjh dies aged 61 ... (Yahoo News UK)

Ms Batmanghelidjh, an Iranian-born social justice campaigner, founded Kids Company in 1996 to support vulnerable children and young people in London and Bristol ...

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Camila Batmanghelidjh, founder of scandal-hit charity Kids ... (Daily Mail)

Founder of Kids Company children's charity Camila Batmanghelidjh died on New Year's Day aged 61 following a long illness, her family said in a statement.

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Camila Batmanghelidjh: Tributes paid to Kids Company charity ... (Evening Standard)

Ms Batmanghelidjh died on Monday after a lengthy illness, her family confirmed.

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Tributes paid as charity founder Camila Batmanghelidjh dies aged 61 (Civil Society Media)

Her family said the children's advocate died peacefully in her sleep, following a birthday celebration. Batmanghelidjh started Kids Company in 1996 in south ...

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Tributes paid to Kids Company founder Camila Batmanghelidjh (Charity Times)

Tributes have been paid to the founder of the Kids Company charity Camila Batmanghelidjh, who has died at the age of 61 after โ€œa period of failing healthโ€, ...

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Kids Company founder Camila Batmanghelidjh dies (Third Sector)

'She was an endless source of inspiration, a fountain of wit and a kaleidoscope of colour,' a statement from her family says.

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Camila Batmanghelidjh, founder of Kids Company, which helped ... (Telegraph.co.uk)

Despite the demise of her charity, she was praised in the High Court for her 'enormous dedication to vulnerable young people'

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Sector remembers social justice campaigner Camila Batmanghelidjh (Children & Young People Now)

Children's charity leaders have praised the work of Camila Batmanghelidjh, the social justice campaigner and former head of Kids Company, who has died aged ...

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Sector pays tribute to social justice campaigner Camila ... (Children & Young People Now)

Children's charity leaders have praised the work of Camila Batmanghelidjh, the social justice campaigner and former head of Kids Company, who has died aged ...

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'An inspiration': family and friends pay tribute to Camila ... (The Guardian)

Children's campaigner lived an extraordinary life encompassing social entrepreneurship, fame, politics, a fall from grace and a dramatic courtroom ...

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