The Make Them Proud - Parental Disputes Workshop

The Make Them Proud-Parental Disputes Workshop, is a community-led initiative by the Guardians of our Children Charitable Trust.

WHAT: The team from the Guardians of our Children with help from the Epsom Family Court Support Group presents the Make Them Proud-Parental Disputes Workshop.

WHERE: The Parenting Place, 300 Great South Road, Greenlane, Auckland

PARKING: Plenty of free parking onsite.

TIME: 10am - 4pm. Please arrive by 9:45am.

COST: Free. There is also a donation ticket available for those who wish to provide a financial gift for their attendance.

WHO: The Guardians are a group of passionate, child-focused community members with relevant experiences and/or expertise in the family disputes arena. They provide a unique perspective on the term "the welfare and best interest of the children" and what it truly means to "win" in the disputes process.

The Guardians offer these workshops for free to anyone going through parental disputes and their support people. Those who are just curious as to why these workshops are so refreshingly different are also welcome to attend.

SOME TOPICS COVERED: Family court; parenting and protection orders; family violence; parenting styles and adjusting to the circumstances; parental alienation/alliance; effective communication; short and long term goals; officers of the court; self-litigation, lay assistants, mediation; counselling and social workers; and the importance of allowing yourself to heal. Plus many more.

WHAT TO BRING: An open mind and a warm heart.

WHAT TO EXPECT: The morning session is a presentation with Q&A throughout. Handouts provided as well as food and refreshments. After lunch will be a role play session determined by the attendees. Participation is encouraged but voluntary.

CONFIDENTIALITY: All stories shared and identification of attendees are kept confidential. No recording or photography except for non-identifying shots by the Guardians for promotional use.

SPONSORS: This community education programme is made possible with the help of the NZ Lotteries Grant Board and the Epsom Family Court Support Group.

DONATIONS: For those who believe in this grassroots service [whether you were able to attend a workshop or not], and wish to support us with a monetary koha, you may do so, to the Guardians of our Children Charitable Trust, account# 02-0224-0364380-000. Please include your initial and surname and reference "GooC". Any support to keep this service going is greatly appreciated.