Thursday March 12, 12:30 – 13:30
Cost: £55-110, with additional tickets from £25
Audience:
Location: Online (Watch live or on catch up)
Course Outline:
Supporting the mental health and neurodivergent needs of students requires effective communication and collaboration with parents, especially when those parents come from different cultural backgrounds and are potentially navigating language barriers and time zone challenges.
This webinar will offer insights on how to engage international parents in meaningful conversations about mental health and neurodivergence. It will explore how to navigate cultural differences in understanding mental health, promote awareness and foster partnership in supporting students’ unique needs. This session will provide practical strategies to help schools build trust with international parents, ensuring every student receives the support they need to thrive.
Training topics will include:
- Understanding cultural perspectives on mental health and neurodivergence
- Building trust and open communication with international parents
- Explaining mental health and neurodivergence in accessible ways
- Creating collaborative support plans with international families.
Learning outcomes:
- Improved understanding of cultural differences in approaching mental health
- Developed communication strategies for sensitive topics
- Improved ability to explain mental health, neurodivergence and support options
- Increased confidence in engaging with international parents collaboratively and sensitively.
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