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On 24 September 2026, from 9am, a session titled "Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing Any Barriers" will be held at the Training Suite in Dundee. This free event is designed to explore effective engagement strategies for families and address any potential challenges that may arise. Both children and adults are welcome, ensuring an inclusive learning environment where participants can collaborate and gain valuable insights together. Expert facilitators will guide attendees through various topics, providing practical solutions and fostering a supportive atmosphere for all involved.
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“At the heart of any support work with parents/carers and their families is the need for a positive and empowering relationship between all those involved, based on mutual respect”. Research in Practice
Working with families and carers can sometime be challenging for them and for the practitioners involved, depending on the circumstance. During this session we will share an understading of participation, the barriers to this and how we can affectively engage with the people our services work with.
This session will cover:
How professionals can support engagement.
An awareness of the barriers to engagement including for example, disgused non-compliance.
Understanding of the Change Cycle theory and the Three Emotional Regulation systems.
The role of Relationship-based practice in engagement.
What the impact of a lack of engagement can have on indivuals and families.
What Learning Reviews have highlighted about engagement.
Facilitators:
Fiona Milne - Senior Practitioner, Child Protection CFJ
Jordan Burns - Social Worker, Justice, CFJ
Aileen Burness – Development Officer, PPA, CFJ
** This session is aimed at professionals across all areas of service and will reflect a protecting people stance.**
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers. takes place on Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 09:30.
Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers. is held at Training Suite in Dundee (Angus House, Forfar, DD8 1AN).
Entry to Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers. is free.
Tickets for Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers. can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers.
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On 24 September 2026, from 9am, a session titled "Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing Any Barriers" will be held at the Training Suite in Dundee. This free event is designed to explore effective engagement strategies for families and address any potential challenges that may arise. Both children and adults are welcome, ensuring an inclusive learning environment where participants can collaborate and gain valuable insights together. Expert facilitators will guide attendees through various topics, providing practical solutions and fostering a supportive atmosphere for all involved.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
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As per details from flyer
“At the heart of any support work with parents/carers and their families is the need for a positive and empowering relationship between all those involved, based on mutual respect”. Research in Practice
Working with families and carers can sometime be challenging for them and for the practitioners involved, depending on the circumstance. During this session we will share an understading of participation, the barriers to this and how we can affectively engage with the people our services work with.
This session will cover:
How professionals can support engagement.
An awareness of the barriers to engagement including for example, disgused non-compliance.
Understanding of the Change Cycle theory and the Three Emotional Regulation systems.
The role of Relationship-based practice in engagement.
What the impact of a lack of engagement can have on indivuals and families.
What Learning Reviews have highlighted about engagement.
Facilitators:
Fiona Milne - Senior Practitioner, Child Protection CFJ
Jordan Burns - Social Worker, Justice, CFJ
Aileen Burness – Development Officer, PPA, CFJ
** This session is aimed at professionals across all areas of service and will reflect a protecting people stance.**
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers.?
Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers. takes place on Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 09:30.
Where is Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers. taking place?
Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers. is held at Training Suite in Dundee (Angus House, Forfar, DD8 1AN).
How much are tickets for Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers.?
Entry to Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers. is free.
How do I get tickets for Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers.?
Tickets for Understanding Family and Carers Engagement and Addressing any Barriers. can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Price
Free Entry
Date
Until Thursday, 24 September 2026
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