Who decides who a child belongs to? Surely it’s who the child feels they belong to. Belonging isn’t about legal orders or adult language—it’s about connection, love, and identity. One sparkly-eyed girl, Lilly, would say she belongs to many—her foster mum, dad, siblings, and those she’s loved along the way. Belonging is fluid, felt, and defined by the child. Let’s make sure their voice—not just systems and adults—guides that sense of belonging.