New Zealand Family Dispute Resolution Centre

Members of our FDR team, Richard Pidgeon and Timothy McMichael, were delighted to attend the AMINZ Family Dispute Resolution Hui last week in Wellington. One of our Child Inclusion Specialists, Tarryn Skilling, spoke about the importance of child inclusion and the benefits of child-focused psychoeducation for all children. Tarryn also spoke on the panel alongside other experts in FDR. Learn more about our child inclusive services below:

https://fdrc.co.nz/parenting-and-guardianship-fdr-mediation/voice-of-the-child/

Richard Pidgeon explains the need for an understanding of in . Click below to learn more:

https://fdrc.co.nz/parties-diversity-in-fdr-mediation/

Did you know that you can include your child in the process? Voice of the Child ensures that children’s views are heard and accepted as part of the FDR mediation process. Click below to learn more:

https://www.fdrc.co.nz/parenting-and-guardianship-fdr-mediation/voice-of-the-child/

The trauma of a breakup may lead to family violence, or arise from it. Violence means physical, sexual or psychological abuse, or any combination of these forms of violence. Richard Pidgeon explains how can help in these circumstances when there are children involved:

https://fdrc.co.nz/fdr-and-protection-orders/

Are you aware of your legal options as a and what access you may have to your grandchildren? If you are a grandparent involved in a regarding your grandchildren, may be helpful to you. Click below to learn about the process and funding options.

https://fdrc.co.nz/parenting-and-guardianship-fdr-mediation/resources/faq-fdr-mediation-for-grandparents/

Are you facing a property ? If you are going through a or you might be wondering how to divide your assets. To help you resolve this situation we have developed a specialist private resolution service to resolve these challenging types of conflict promptly and privately. Contact us today to learn more:

https://www.fdrc.co.nz/relationship-property/

Tarryn Skilling, one of the FDR Centre’s Child Inclusion Specialists, is speaking at next month’s AMINZ FDR Hui.

In her session entitled "Child Inclusion for all children: the benefits of child-focused psychoeducation", Tarryn will show how this pathway not only helps to overcome barriers in creating a child-inclusive process, especially for children under 5, but can also enhance the efficacy of plans and facilitate better child-focused outcomes for and families in .

Read more about Tarryn here.

https://www.aminz.org.nz/fdr-hui-2024 -tarryn-skilling

Kia ora! To continue celebrating Te Wiki o te Reo Māori we want to share with you 100 Māori words that every New Zealander should know. Click below to start learning today!

https://nzhistory.govt.nz/culture/maori-language-week/100-maori-words

Members of the FDR Centre are looking forward to attending and presenting at the upcoming AMINZ FDR hui.

Check out the details below:

https://www.aminz.org.nz/fdr-hui-2024

FDR Centre panellist Gaye Greenwood (PhD) is the guest on the this week.

Listen to this great podcast now!

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Kia ora! It's Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, a time to celebrate one of Aotearoa’s official languages and to promote the use and learning of te reo. How about learning about the history of this language? Click below to learn more:

https://nzhistory.govt.nz/culture/maori-language-week/history-of-the-maori-language

Great to host an international guest today at the Centre. Anselm Giemulla is undertaking an internship with AMINZ and came to visit us with AMINZ Executive Director Monique Pearson. He caught up with some of our people to find out more about the world of alternative dispute resolution.

(L-R: Richard Pidgeon, Lucy Nichols, Favour Lawry, Monique Pearson, Anselm Giemulla, Michael Jamieson, Adrian Sharma).

FDR Centre panellist Gaye Greenwood PhD is the guest on the Café next week. This is an episode every needs to listen to! Click below for more info:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/taina-henderson-3489b6a_it-matters-how-your-children-see-you-work-activity-7239813205651247104-AAo0/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

Taina Henderson on LinkedIn: It matters how your children see you work through conflict...because… It matters how your children see you work through conflict...because that's where they learn how to do it! 🙃 Out next week on Divorce Cafe - FDR mediation…

Though Child Safeguarding Week has concluded for 2024, prioritising child safety remains a year-round commitment at the Centre. In this article, Child Inclusion Specialist, Tarryn Skilling, discusses the importance of integrating your child’s online safety needs into your co-parenting plan. Click below to learn more:

https://fdrc.co.nz/why-you-should-incorporate-an-online-safety-plan-into-your-parenting-plan/

Why you should incorporate an online safety plan into your parenting plan - Family Dispute Resolution Centre For separated parents, incorporating online safety expectations into the parenting plan is an important tool to provide both parents with peace of mind.

We want to wish a Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there who give their best everyday for their children. Enjoy your day!

Next week (02-08 September) is Child Safeguarding Week, an annual campaign to promote individual, organisation and community action to prevent child abuse and neglect in Aotearoa.

With our child-inclusive mediation approach and our dedicated child specialists, can help you and your co-parent incorporate your child’s online safety needs into your parenting plan.

Learn more about Child Safeguarding Week:

https://www.childsafeguardingweek.org.nz/

Learn more about how we can help with your parenting plan:

https://fdrc.co.nz/parenting-and-guardianship-fdr-mediation/voice-of-the-child/

If you are a advising your client on shared care arrangements or parenting plans, our Dispute Resolution team is here to help you by providing information about our process options and ongoing support for any active cases you might have. Contact us today and we can make time to discuss how to best help you in your practice.

https://www.fdrc.co.nz/for-lawyers/

Are you aware of our law service? This type of dispute resolution service is great for resolving relationship property , wills, trusts, and estate disputes. Click below to find out more today:

https://www.fdrc.co.nz/family-law/arbitration/

In a recent blog, Tarryn Skilling, Child Inclusion Specialist at The Centre, discusses the impact of and on children and identifies strategies for parents to consider to support their children through this challenging time. Click below to read this interesting article:

https://fdrc.co.nz/how-is-your-divorce-or-separation-impacting-your-child-and-how-can-you-support-them-through-it/?

How is your divorce or separation impacting your child? And how can you support them through it? - Family Dispute Resolution Centre We discuss the impact of divorce and separation on children and identify strategies for parents to consider to support their children.

Applying for doesn’t have to be stressful or overwhelming. We make it easy for you. Our professional and compassionate case managers will process your application within 24 hours, and they will provide personalised assistance along the process. Visit our FAQ page to learn more:

https://www.fdrc.co.nz/parenting-and-guardianship-fdr-mediation/faq/

During the , the children’s best interests are always the primary focus. A specialist FDR mediator will work with you and your ex-partner to develop a parenting plan for the care of your in a private environment outside of the Court. Avoiding Court can save you time and money, and is generally much less stressful. Click below to learn more:

https://fdrc.co.nz/parenting-and-guardianship-fdr-mediation/

Are you aware of your legal options as a and what access you may have to your grandchildren? If you are a grandparent involved in a regarding your grandchildren, may be helpful to you. Click below to learn about the process and funding options.

https://www.fdrc.co.nz/parenting-and-guardianship-fdr-mediation/resources/faq-fdr-mediation-for-grandparents/

If you are feeling stressed during the school holidays over the care and contact arrangements of your , we’re here to help. provides a great platform to resolve these types of issues and it is government funded. Contact us to learn more:

https://fdrc.co.nz/parenting-and-guardianship-fdr-mediation/

Using or to resolve relationship property has many benefits. Matters are often resolved more quickly, confidentially, and usually much more cost-effectively than through litigation. Also, the parties can have more control of the process. Click below to learn more:

https://fdrc.co.nz/relationship-property/

Did you know that we have 94% of completed mediations with some or all matters resolved? The numbers don’t lie. If you are dealing with a our people will listen to you, guide you, and provide the best possible process for you to reach an agreement. Visit our website below to learn more about our services:

https://www.fdrc.co.nz/about-us/