In a gathering that brought together over 30 representatives, The Parenting Apart Programme Multi-Faith Event explored into the impact of parental conflict on children and families during separation. This report shines a spotlight on crucial findings, emphasising the need for collective action to support families during these challenging times.
1. Faith Organisations as Pillars of Support:
The event highlighted the crucial role that Faith organisations play in nurturing children’s well-being when parents are going through Divorce or Separation. These organisations, deeply embedded in communities, emerged as key players in promoting family resilience and providing a sense of identity and belonging for both parents and children.
2. Evidence-Backed Solutions for Reducing Parental Conflict:
The report presents evidence-backed solutions that aim to reduce parental conflict and pave the way for brighter futures for children. Workshops and expert presentations highlighted the effectiveness of Early Intervention programmes, in mitigating the impact of separation on children’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
3. Empowering Parents and Children Through Separation:
The central theme of the event revolves around empowering parents and children to thrive through separation. By addressing inter-parental conflict early on, parents can play a positive and irreplaceable role in their children’s lives. The Parenting Apart Programme, is already demonstrating the positive impact on children and families.
4. Call to Action for Policy Makers:
A clear message resonates from the findings: It is time for policymakers to prioritise early intervention programmes that work. Rethinking existing policies and investing in evidence-based solutions will not only alleviate the burden on public services but also lead to substantial long-term benefits for children and families.
5. Shining a Light on Social Value:
A key takeaway from the event is the significant Social Value generated by Early Intervention programmes. By reducing the time and expense of court proceedings, improving communication between parents, and prioritising the emotional needs of children, these programmes become an investment in our children’s future.
7. Safeguarding Children from Ongoing Emotional Harm:
Every child deserves a supportive and loving environment, even during family separation. The report calls for a proactive approach to safeguarding children from ongoing emotional harm, emphasising the importance of early interventions in achieving this goal.
Thankyou No5 Barristers’ Chambers for supporting the event and Nuffield Family Justice Observatory, Catherine Barker, University of Cambridge Professor Gordon Harold. If you would like a copy of the presentation slides from the presenters, please contact us on enquires@parentingapartprogramme.co.uk