Bridging Practice FDR and FGC 

Exploring Family Group Conferencing and Family Dispute Resolution: opportunities to bridge practice
In this session, Joanne Law, Director of Mediation Institute, and Eve, a seasoned family group conference (FGC) facilitator and training partner with Mediation Institute, delve into the intersections between family group conferencing and family dispute resolution (FDR).
They discuss how to harness the benefits of both practices, while touching upon the training and accreditation required for practitioners.
The video includes discussions on the role of FGC in child protection, the importance of self-determination, cultural sensitivities, and the paramount focus on the child's best interests. Additionally, they highlight data and studies supporting FGC, sharing insights and answering audience questions.
00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgements
01:09 Meet the Facilitators
02:56 Overview of Family Dispute Resolution (FDR)
06:00 Family Group Conferencing (FGC) Explained
14:18 Comparing FDR and FGC
21:13 Training and Implementation of FGC
32:19 Opportunities and Challenges in FDR and FGC
34:51 Q&A and Networking
Links mentioned in the video
www.mediationinstitute.edu.au...
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www.facs.nsw.gov.au/download?...
dcj.nsw.gov.au/documents/abou...