What are the benefits of a family group conference?
Family group conferences are a good way of getting your wider
family and friends involved in keeping your child/ren safe and well cared for and
they can help families lead decision-making. Family group conferences often help families
identify what supports family and friends can offer to help you safely care for
your child and who else could care for your child if you are not able to Even if your case still ends up in court, a family
group conference will help you to present your family’s views to the court.
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