Child Inclusive Mediation

Families First Mediation offers Child Inclusive Mediator. As a Child Inclusive Mediator I provide opportunities for children and young people to have their voices heard directly during the process of family mediation, to help them feel respected and listened to and, at their request, to assist parents or carers to receive, understand and take account of the child's messages and/or suggestions regarding decisions and arrangements for the child.   I have worked with children for over 20 years, speaking with children about their experiences on behalf of the criminal of the justice system. I have significant experience speaking to children with neurodiversity.  My therapy dogs are available free of charge on request, to help your child feel more comfortable.

Voluntary participation

The child or young person participates voluntarily, with the informed consent and support of both parents . Child-inclusive mediation cannot be ordered by the courts. 

Confidentiality

conversations with a child or young person in the course of mediation are confidential and are not reportable to the court or to third parties