Seminar | Navigating societal transformations in divorce proceedings and children's rights

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Please join us for a sharing session and insightful panel discussion by distinguished professionals on the following topics:-

Session 1 | Navigating societal impact and transformations

As family structures, work arrangements and children's behaviours continue to evolve, this session discusses the following topics -

• The psychological effects of family relocations and separations;
• Children's behavioural challenges during separation or divorce; and
• The pros and cons of evolving work and child care paradigms.

Moderator: Anisha Ramanathan | Withersworldwide

Speakers: 

• Dr Charles Brantly | Central Health Medical Practice 
• Dr Kristie Craigen | Craigen Evaluations 
• Dr Katrina Rozga | Jadis Blurton Family Development Center 
• Reshma Chugh | HK Counsellor

Session 2 | Child Rights in Divorce: Safeguarding Their Best Interests

Divorce brings with it a myriad of complexities, especially for the children involved. It's essential to approach the process with a deep understanding of children's rights and their best interests.

Topics for this session include -

• Understanding the psychological impact of divorce on children;
• The significance of parental coordination and value of mediation in child custody disputes; and
• Addressing children's traumatic experiences during divorce and determining a child's involvement in divorce proceedings.

Moderator: Samantha Gershon | Withersworldwide

 Speakers: 

• Sharon Melloy | Retired family court judge (Hong Kong)
• Sala Sihombing | Conflict Change Consulting Ltd 
• Josephine Tong | Spot Children's Therapy Centre
• Dr Quratulain Zaidi | MindNLife Psychology Practice

This will be an engaging session with professionals who will be sharing their experience, uncovering best practices and forward-thinking strategies to effectively address today's most pressing legal challenges affecting families.

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