DSVA(CO-PARENTING)

About the Event

The Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria was engaged by the Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency to deliver a corporate training on effective co-parenting.

“Effective Co-Parenting: Supporting Families, Reducing Conflict and Prioritising the Well-being of Children.”

The training was designed to equip participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to support families, particularly in situations involving separation, conflict or shared parenting responsibilities.

Given DSVA’s role in handling sensitive family-related cases, the programme focused on strengthening staff capacity to promote healthy co-parenting practices, improve communication between parents and reduce the negative impact of parental conflict on children.

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The programme emphasized child-centred decision-making, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, professional mediation and practical approaches for supporting children through family separation.

Training Overview

Objectives of the Training

Enhance participants’ understanding of co-parenting dynamics.
Promote child-centred parenting approaches.
Equip participants with conflict-resolution strategies between co-parents.
Improve communication skills among separated or divorced parents.
Reduce the negative impact of parental conflict on children.

Participation Metrics

Total Participants
45 Staff Members
Departments Represented
5 Departments
Attendance Rate
95%
Engagement Level
High

Active participation in discussions, role plays and case reviews.

Training Methodology

Interactive presentations
Case studies based on real-life family situations
Group discussions
Role-play exercises using co-parenting conflict scenarios
Guided reflections

Key Topics Covered

Understanding Co-Parenting versus Parallel Parenting
The Impact of Parental Conflict on Children
Communication Strategies for Co-Parents
Managing Emotions and Setting Boundaries
Conflict-Resolution Techniques
Child-Centred Decision-Making
Supporting Children Through Separation

Participant Feedback

Participants described the training as practical, insightful, engaging and highly relevant to DSVA case management.

Better understanding of how to manage difficult parents.
Improved confidence in mediating co-parenting conflicts.
Strong appreciation for the role-play exercises and real-life scenarios.

Training Outcomes

Improved Communication

Participants strengthened their communication and mediation skills.

Child-Focused Interventions

Participants developed greater awareness of child-centred approaches.

Professional Competence

Staff improved their competence in handling complex family-conflict cases.

Recommendations

Organise periodic refresher sessions on family systems and mediation.
Provide advanced training on trauma-informed care in family settings.
Develop structured co-parenting support frameworks within DSVA.
Introduce continuous professional supervision for staff handling complex cases.

Training Highlights

Conclusion

The training achieved its objectives and delivered measurable improvements in participants’ knowledge and practical skills in co-parenting.

The Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria remains committed to supporting the Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency in strengthening family systems and promoting the well-being of children through effective co-parenting practices.

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