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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250716T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250716T200000
DTSTAMP:20250610T055258Z
CREATED:20250610T055258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T055258Z
UID:4524-1752688800-1752696000@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:Modern Slavery and the Private Sector
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row padding_top_multiplier=”” padding_bottom_multiplier=””][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Matt Friedman\, CEO of The Mekong Club\, to discuss Modern Slavery and the Private Sector[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Speaker[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n	\n				\n					\n		\n			LinkedinE-mail		\n			\n		\n				Matt Friedman\n	\n	\n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Matt Friedman is an international human trafficking expert with more than 35 years’ experience. He is CEO of The Mekong Club\, an organization of Hong Kong’s leading businesses which have joined forces to help end all forms of modern slavery. Mr. Friedman previously worked for USAID and the United Nations in over 40 countries. Mr. Friedman offers technical advice to numerous governments\, banks and corporations working to eliminate all forms of modern slavery and is the author of fifteen books. In 2017\, Mr. Friedman won Asia’s prestigious “Communicator of the Year” Gold Award.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]This event is for HKFLA Members and invited guests\, and the Judiciary only.  [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hkfla.hk/event/modern-slavery-and-private-sector/
LOCATION:The Hong Kong Club\, 1 Jackson Road\, Central\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Children,Divorce & Separation,In-person,Other Family Matters
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250611T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250611T200000
DTSTAMP:20250502T053932Z
CREATED:20250430T005554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T053932Z
UID:4150-1749664800-1749672000@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:Navigating Digital Risks: Safeguarding Children's Well-being in the Online World
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row padding_top_multiplier=”” padding_bottom_multiplier=””][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Elvis Ng Ho-hei\, RSW\, Senior Manager (Youth Service)\, Hong Kong Family Welfare Society to discuss Navigating Digital Risks: Safeguarding Children’s Well-being in the Online World[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Speaker[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n	\n				\n					\n		\n			LinkedinE-mail		\n			\n		\n				Elvis Ng Ho-hei\n	\n	\n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Elvis Ng is a Supervisor of School Social Work Service & Net Education and Counselling Service. He is an experienced Social Worker in Youth Service\, School Social Work Service and Family Service. Elvis also teaches counselling courses in universities.  He developed the Net Education and Counselling Service in 2004. Elvis has conducted over hundreds of professional training on the healthy use of the internet and handling various youth online risks. He seeks to reach Teachers\, Educational and Clinical Psychologists\, Medical Professionals\, Government Officers and Social Workers in Hong Kong\, Macao and Mainland China.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]This event is for HKFLA Members and invited guests\, and the Judiciary only.  [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hkfla.hk/event/safeguarding-children-online/
LOCATION:The Hong Kong Club\, 1 Jackson Road\, Central\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Children,Divorce & Separation,In-person,Other Family Matters
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250528T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250528T200000
DTSTAMP:20250526T000950Z
CREATED:20250508T034625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T000950Z
UID:4337-1748455200-1748462400@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:Young FLA Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row padding_top_multiplier=”” padding_bottom_multiplier=””][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]All Young Professionals (under 35 years old or 7 years of practice) are welcome![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]This event is for HKFLA Members and invited guests only.  [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hkfla.hk/event/young-fla-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Botanical Garden\, The Magistracy\, Tai Kwun\, 1 Arbuthnot Road\, Central\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250527T103000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250527T113000
DTSTAMP:20250509T001214Z
CREATED:20250502T054559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T001214Z
UID:4270-1748341800-1748345400@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row padding_top_multiplier=”” padding_bottom_multiplier=””][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Dr. Monica Borschel to a guided online meditation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Speaker[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n	\n				\n					\n		\n			LinkedinE-mail		\n			\n		\n				Clinical Psychologist\n				Dr. Monica Borschel\n	\n	\n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Dr. Monica Borschel is an online clinical psychologist at the Mindnlife clinic. She specializes in attachment\, loss\, and trauma. Monica utilizes attachment-based therapy along with EMDR to help individuals overcome anxiety\, abuse\, trauma\, and loss. Monica is a member of the HKFLA and can help clients overcome the stress and trauma of their divorce.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]This event is for HKFLA Members and invited guests\, and the Judiciary only.  [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hkfla.hk/event/morning-meditation-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Family & Mental Health,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250506T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250506T200000
DTSTAMP:20250502T043306Z
CREATED:20250408T052904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T043306Z
UID:4054-1746554400-1746561600@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:Domestic Violence in Child Custody Disputes
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row padding_top_multiplier=”” padding_bottom_multiplier=””][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Steven K. Yoda (Partner\, Walzer Melcher & Yoda LLP) to discuss Domestic Violence in Child Custody Disputes[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Speaker[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n	\n				\n					\n		\n			LinkedinE-mail		\n			\n		\n				Lawyer\n				Steven Yoda\n	\n	\n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Celebrity divorce lawyer Steven K. Yoda draws upon his diverse experience as a corporate litigator to offer clients exceptional representation in family law cases. He spent 10 years as a corporate and white-collar criminal litigator at some of California’s most prestigious law firms\, where he represented clients\, in both state and federal court\, in a wide array of cases relating to business torts\, insurance recovery\, intellectual property\, securities\, antitrust\, professional malpractice\, employment law\, and real estate. This experience\, coupled with his energy and attention to detail\, helps his clients obtain successful outcomes in complex family law matters. In 2021\, he received his accreditation as a Certified Family Law Specialist.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]This event is for HKFLA Members and invited guests\, and the Judiciary only.  [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hkfla.hk/event/domestic-violence-in-child-custody-disputes/
LOCATION:The Hong Kong Club\, 1 Jackson Road\, Central\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Children,Divorce & Separation,In-person,Other Family Matters
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250423T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250423T193000
DTSTAMP:20250324T035926Z
CREATED:20250305T024747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T035926Z
UID:3732-1745431200-1745436600@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:Technology and AI in Family Law Practice
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row padding_top_multiplier=”” padding_bottom_multiplier=””][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Jennifer Lee  (Family Law Barrister\, Pump Court Chambers) to discuss Technology and AI in Family Law Practice – Opportunities and Challenges[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Speaker[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n	\n				\n					\n		\n			LinkedinE-mail		\n			\n		\n				Family Law Barrister\n				Jennifer Lee\n	\n	\n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Jennifer is a family law barrister with particular expertise in complex financial remedies. She is named as one of a handful of “Top Recommended” barristers in the UK in the prestigious Spear’s Legal Index 2024/25\, and has been consistently ranked as a “Leading Junior (Tier 1)” in The Legal 500 and in Chambers & Partners (UK Bar) in family law. \nWell-known for her ability to ‘grapple with complex matrimonial finance work in a heartbeat’\, she regularly represents HNW clients in cases with inherited wealth\, family businesses\, nuptial agreements and trusts\, many of which involve tax complications and international elements\, such as the validity of overseas marriages/divorces or competing claims in other jurisdictions. She is also experienced in Schedule 1 claims concerning financial provision for children\, and cohabitee and trusts of land disputes. \nDescribed by the leading directories as ‘a fierce and outstanding advocate’ with ‘exceptional attention to detail’\, ‘a complete powerhouse’ and ‘an absolute class act’\, Jennifer has appeared in high-profile cases in the High Court and Court of Appeal. She retains a niche practice in modern families/surrogacy\, and has an interest in capacity issues in the context of family law. Her expertise in these intersections of law makes her uniquely placed to advise clients when novel issues arise. \nJennifer is a fee-paid Judge of the Tax Chamber (FTT). She is head of the International Team and Court of Protection Team in chambers\, and sits on the prestigious Financial Remedies Journal Editorial Board. She is a member of the FLBA\, LAWASIA\, and Resolution (ED&I Committee). She writes regularly for leading legal publications\, and is often invited to speak at family law conferences in the UK and abroad.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]This event is for HKFLA Members and invited guests\, and the Judiciary only.  [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hkfla.hk/event/technology-and-ai-in-the-family-law-practice-opportunities-and-challenges/
LOCATION:Withers’ Office\, 30/F United Centre\,\, Admiralty\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Divorce & Separation,In-person,Other Family Matters
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250408T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250408T193000
DTSTAMP:20250328T035833Z
CREATED:20250305T085005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T035833Z
UID:3711-1744135200-1744140600@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:Choice of Law and Recognition in Asian Family Law
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row padding_top_multiplier=”” padding_bottom_multiplier=””][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Anselmo Reyes (Former Judge of the High Court of the HKSAR) and practising arbitrator to discuss Choice of Law and Recognition in Asian Family Law \n\nDress Code for The Hong Kong Club: \nFor Gentlemen \n\nShirts must be collared and tucked-in\nHeadwear is not permitted\, except for religious or medical reasons\nRubber flip-flops\, shorts and singlets/sleeveless tops are not permitted\nSandals and open shoes are not permitted\nBlue denim is not permitted\nRipped trousers are not permitted\nBackless shoes are not permitted\nTrainers and exercise sportswear are not permitted\nCanvas espadrilles are not permitted\nWorking-boots\, hiking-boots and rain-boots are not permitted\nSweatpants and sweatshirts are not permitted\nT-shirts are not permitted\n\nFor Ladies \n\nBaseball caps are not permitted\nRubber flip-flops and rubber sandals are not permitted\nBlue denim is not permitted\nRipped trousers are not permitted\nTrainers and exercise sportswear are not permitted\nWorking-boots\, hiking-boots and rain-boots are not permitted\nSweatpants and sweatshirts are not permitted\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Speaker[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n	\n				\n					\n		\n					\n			\n		\n				Former Judge of the High Court of the HKSAR\n				Anselmo Reyes\n	\n	\n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Mr. Reyes practises as an arbitrator. He was Professor of Legal Practice at Hong Kong University from October 2012 to September 2018. Before that\, he was a Judge of the Hong Kong High Court from September 2003 to September 2012\, when he oversaw the Construction and Arbitration List (2004-8) and the Commercial and Admiralty Lists (2008-12). He was Representative of the Hague Conference on Private International Law’s Regional Office for the Asia Pacific from April 2013 to July 2017. He became an International Judge of the Singapore International Commercial Court in January 2015. He is an Overseas Bencher of the Inner Temple.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Only for HKFLA Members and Invited Guests\, and the Judiciary [/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hkfla.hk/event/choice-of-law-and-recognition-in-asian-family-law/
LOCATION:The Hong Kong Club\, 1 Jackson Road\, Central\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:In-person,Judgments
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250312T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250312T193000
DTSTAMP:20250214T091014Z
CREATED:20250211T062007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T091014Z
UID:3503-1741802400-1741807800@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:Child Sexual Abuse in Hong Kong: Stats and Prevention
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row padding_top_multiplier=”” padding_bottom_multiplier=””][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Taura Edgar\, founder of TALK Hong Kong\, will address the urgent issue of child sexual abuse in Hong Kong. Drawing on her extensive research\, she will highlight alarming statistics\, such as the estimated 12% prevalence of child sexual abuse among children in Hong Kong\, with a staggering 96% of cases going unreported.  She’ll look at what we do and don’t know from the official data and how the current laws stand. \nTaura will emphasize the critical need for education and training to empower adults to prevent abuse before it occurs\, advocating for a collaborative approach to tackle this public health crisis. Her insights aim to foster a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by survivors and the importance of effective support systems within the family law framework. \n\n*This Event is for HKFLA Members and Invited Guests\, Students\, and Judiciary only* \nDress Code for The Hong Kong Club: \nFor Gentlemen \n\nShirts must be collared and tucked-in\nHeadwear is not permitted\, except for religious or medical reasons\nRubber flip-flops\, shorts and singlets/sleeveless tops are not permitted\nSandals and open shoes are not permitted\nBlue denim is not permitted\nRipped trousers are not permitted\nBackless shoes are not permitted\nTrainers and exercise sportswear are not permitted\nCanvas espadrilles are not permitted\nWorking-boots\, hiking-boots and rain-boots are not permitted\nSweatpants and sweatshirts are not permitted\nT-shirts are not permitted\n\nFor Ladies \n\nBaseball caps are not permitted\nRubber flip-flops and rubber sandals are not permitted\nBlue denim is not permitted\nRipped trousers are not permitted\nTrainers and exercise sportswear are not permitted\nWorking-boots\, hiking-boots and rain-boots are not permitted\nSweatpants and sweatshirts are not permitted\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Speaker[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n	\n				\n					\n		\n			LinkedinE-mail		\n			\n		\n				Founder + Director @ TALK Hong Kong\n				Taura Edgar\n	\n	\n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Taura Edgar is the founder and Board Chairperson of TALK Hong Kong\, a non-profit organization dedicated to preventing child sexual abuse and supporting survivors. As a leading expert on this critical issue\, Taura’s work has been instrumental in bringing greater awareness and evidence-based responses to the widespread problem of child sexual abuse in Hong Kong. Through TALK Hong Kong\, Taura has spearheaded groundbreaking research on the magnitude of child sexual abuse\, empowered survivors\, and advocated for systemic change to better protect children. Her deep expertise\, unwavering commitment\, and innovative approach make Taura a crucial voice driving progress in the fight against child sexual abuse in Hong Kong.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hkfla.hk/event/child-sexual-abuse-in-hong-kong-stats-and-prevention/
LOCATION:The Hong Kong Club\, 1 Jackson Road\, Central\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Children,In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250212T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250212T193000
DTSTAMP:20250211T062548Z
CREATED:20250211T053907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T062548Z
UID:3488-1739383200-1739388600@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:Navigating Stages of Divorce Grief: How Counseling Supports Families in Conflict
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Winnie Chow on behalf of The Hong Kong Family Law Association has great pleasure in inviting you to a talk: \nJenny is a highly trained psychotherapist with extensive experience working with adolescents\, families\, and children aged seven and older. Over the past eight years\, Jenny has worked in both the private sector and in schools\, addressing a wide range of issues\, including parent-child conflicts\, family conflicts\, depression\, anxiety\, anger management\, ADHD\, autism\, learning difficulties\, and personal growth. \n\nPlease register for the Talk by 5 February 2025 by completing the google form for registration using the link https://forms.gle/cf19USuv966DSJpA8 . Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis. If you have any enquiries\, please contact the HKFLA via email at admin.hkfla@gmail.com. \nAttendance: \n\nMembers HK$200\nInvited guests (by Members) HK$250\nStudents HK$100\nJudges may attend gratis\n\nDress Code for The Hong Kong Club: \nFor Gentlemen \n\nShirts must be collared and tucked-in\nHeadwear is not permitted\, except for religious or medical reasons\nRubber flip-flops\, shorts and singlets/sleeveless tops are not permitted\nSandals and open shoes are not permitted\nBlue denim is not permitted\nRipped trousers are not permitted\nBackless shoes are not permitted\nTrainers and exercise sportswear are not permitted\nCanvas espadrilles are not permitted\nWorking-boots\, hiking-boots and rain-boots are not permitted\nSweatpants and sweatshirts are not permitted\nT-shirts are not permitted\n\nFor Ladies \n\nBaseball caps are not permitted\nRubber flip-flops and rubber sandals are not permitted\nBlue denim is not permitted\nRipped trousers are not permitted\nTrainers and exercise sportswear are not permitted\nWorking-boots\, hiking-boots and rain-boots are not permitted\nSweatpants and sweatshirts are not permitted\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Speaker[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n	\n				\n					\n		\n					\n			\n		\n				Psychotherapist\n				Jenny Mak\n	\n	\n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Jenny earned her Master’s in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Saint Joseph in Macao. She is a registered psychotherapist (qualifying) in Ontario\, Canada\, a professional member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association\, and an associate fellow of the Hong Kong Psychological Society. She is also a Feuerstein Instrumental Enrichment Mediator. In addition to Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy (Stage 1 and 2)\, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy\, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy\, are also available.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hkfla.hk/event/navigating-the-stages-of-divorce-grief-how-counseling-supports-families-in-conflict/
LOCATION:The Hong Kong Club\, 1 Jackson Road\, Central\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Family & Mental Health,In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250108T183000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20250108T193000
DTSTAMP:20250213T043118Z
CREATED:20250107T050408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T043118Z
UID:3383-1736361000-1736364600@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:Talk by Azan Marwah on 8 January 2025
DESCRIPTION:The HKFLA will be holding a talk by Mr. Azan Marwah on Wednesday\, 8 January 2025 at 6:30pm at the Hong Kong Club. \nTalk: Hong Kong and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child after 35 years:- Will we ever have a Children’s Bill? \nMr. Marwah is a barrister and mediator and Head of Chambers at Pantheon Chambers specializing in public law and family litigation\, including in matters relating to children’s rights. \nHe is currently appointed as a Lecturer at the University of Hong Kong teaching Equality and Non-discrimination law. He is the General Editor and Author of the Hong Kong Family Court Tables.\nOut of court\, Mr. Marwah is committed to child protection\, family and children’s rights. He is the current chair of the Hong Kong Committee on Children’s Rights and acts as honorary legal advisor to Mother’s Choice. \nPlease do not forget to register for the Talk by completing the Google form link in the flyer. If you have any enquiries\, please contact the HKFLA via email at admin.hkfla@gmail.com or Jaerey Velasco\, Secretary\, at 2527 9538.
URL:https://hkfla.hk/event/talk-by-azan-marwah-on-8-january-2025/
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240906T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240907T180000
DTSTAMP:20240703T105351Z
CREATED:20240626T092058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T105351Z
UID:2886-1725627600-1725732000@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:Modern Families Conference 2024 (Hong Kong)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Modern Families Conference 2024 (Hong Kong) (“MFC2024”) is a two-day conference which has been organised by the Hong Kong Family Law Association to highlight child and family law issues which family law practitioners need to address to provide legal expertise and support to modern families. \nThe complexity of changing family structures and emergent areas of family law reveal many challenges and constraints faced by modern families. The MFC2024 will bring together a multi-disciplinary group of local and international family law practitioners\, judiciary\, mental health professionals and NGOs to discuss\, share and explore the legal needs of a modern family.[/vc_column_text]\n		\n		Learn More and Buy Tickets\n							\n			\n		\n					\n	[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hkfla.hk/event/modern-families-conference-2024-hong-kong/
LOCATION:The Harborview\, 4 Harbour Road\, Wanchai\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240612T183000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240612T193000
DTSTAMP:20250213T042836Z
CREATED:20240603T075712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T042836Z
UID:2529-1718217000-1718220600@hkfla.hk
SUMMARY:How Trauma Informed Practice Can Help Dispute Resolution Practitioners
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Jodie first began as a social worker working with Melbourne’s homeless population providing crisis accommodation\, counselling\, support and advocacy. In her Dispute Resolution practice\, she is a registered and accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and Nationally accredited Mediator. Jodie’s professional mediation practice includes family dispute resolution (assisting separating couples with parenting and property matters)\, family mediations\, parent-adolescent mediations\, elder mediations and workplace mediations – all with a focus on relationship issues. \nJodie has trained FDRPs and mediators (including accreditation) for many years\, this has included developing and running accredited courses. She has a variety of training/education roles contracting as a coach\, sessional teacher\, and guest lecturer for many of Australia’s universities in their FDR\, Mediation and Dispute Resolution Law courses including RMIT\, College of Law\, Bond University\, Monash University\, La Trobe University\, and Melbourne University. Additionally\, Jodie develops and presents a wide range of bespoke Professional Development training options and short courses both specialised and general\, tailored programs within the Not for Profit (NFP) sector\, community services\, welfare\, education\, and legal services fields. \nJodie has worked as a senior Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (Family Mediator) for over 20 years in her private practice Shifting Sands\, and for organisations including Victoria Legal Aid\, Relationships Australia Victoria and Centacare. She continues her practice and supervision of practice. \nPlease register for the Talk by 10th June 2024. Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis. The Zoom link details will be circulated to confirmed participants prior to the talk.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Speaker[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″]\n	\n				\n					\n		\n			Linkedin		\n			\n		\n				Shifting Sands Founder\n				Jodie Grant\n	\n	\n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text css=””]Ms. Jodie Grant holds a Bachelor of Arts\, Bachelor of Social Work\, Masters of Conflict Resolution (specialising in Family Law Mediation)\, Graduate Diploma in Family Dispute Resolution and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. She also has accreditations as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (AAGD)\, Mediator (under the National Mediator Accreditation System) and as a Restorative Engagement Facilitator with the Defence Abuse Response Taskforce.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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