VOICE OF THE CHILD is an interactive, engaging instrument utilised to understand
a child’s world and views during divorce and separation, or change of the child’s
circumstances.
We train professionals to become Voice of the Child Practitioners, combining VOC
techniques, VOC Protocols, VOC process, and detailed Mandates, taking hands with
the Children Act 38 of 2005.
You get Diverse Expertise with multiple trainers to tap into a wide range of expertise
and experiences from a multi-disciplinary training team.
It is part of the Child-Focused Collaborative Process trademarked by Family Assist,
creating a safe environment in which children will have the courage to verbalise and
share their experiences within their world.
Our VOC Centres
Our Voice of the Child (VOC) Centres are dedicated to ensuring that children's perspectives and needs are heard and valued in all matters affecting their lives. These centres serve as safe, child-friendly environments where trained Voice of the Child Professionals facilitate the expression of children's views. Our goal is to provide a platform for children to share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, ensuring that their voices are integral to decision-making processes in family disputes.
At our VOC Centres, we have a child-focused approach, ensuring that each child's voice is heard in a respectful and supportive manner. This is achieved through various methods such as interviews, art, play, and other age-appropriate techniques that help them express themselves freely and honestly. By incorporating the insights gained from these sessions, we aim to improve the outcomes of mediation, always keeping the best interests of the child at the forefront.
Our centres also provide resources and training for Professionals to better understand and support the needs and rights of children. By fostering a collaborative environment, we strive to empower children, give them a sense of agency, and ensure that their voices contribute meaningfully to the decisions that shape their lives.
Voice of the Child Campaign
Join, Share & Win!
Join Our Voice of the Child Campaign and become part of an initiative that advocates every child’s right for their voice to be heard!
Your Campaign Roadmap
1. Join the official launch on 15 March 2024 via Zoom.
2. Visit our campaign webpage.
3. Complete the online entry form.
4. Share the WhatsApp ad with at least
5 people to become eligible for the draw.
5. Stand a chance to win one of 5 amazing prizes!
The Prize Pool
5 Lucky participants will win 1 of 5 exclusive prizes!
Click on our campaign webpage to complete and submit the online entry form to be added to the draw, and to view the prizes to be won.
The Challenge
We’re on a mission to reach 200,000 people in our VOC campaign! Help us achieve this, and be a part of this exciting challenge!
Share with as many people as possible and stand a chance to win!
Find more information regarding our Voice of the Child Campaign on our campaign webpage:
https://voiceofthechild.co.za/voc-campaign/
Testimonials
This training was one of the best courses I ever attended. It was very insightful, the speakers were all pleasant and professional, and the training material was clear and easy to understand.
Today’s training course improved my communication skills, it helped me recognise ways to build better relationships with my team, and also to be more productive. It encouraged me to become more self-aware and open-minded and to be more conscious of my attitude. I feel that my colleagues would also benefit from this course.
Thank you for the excellent quality of training during this course.
The training helped me to improve my skillset, and I’m excited about the new tools which you have equipped me with, and which I can add to my toolbox.
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Voice of the Child Centres and Voice of the Child Practitioners
The primary purpose of a Voice of the Child Centre is to ensure that children’s voices are not just heard, but genuinely listened to and feedback is given to the parents in a mediation VOC feedback session. These centres are designed to provide a child-friendly environment where children can express their feelings, thoughts, and preferences without the pressure of adult expectations or conflict.
The centres work within a MediationWorx Hub. While a Voice of the Child Centre focuses exclusively on the needs and perspectives of children, a MediationWorx Hub offers comprehensive mediation services that cater to various services like parenting plans, co-parenting classes and after-divorce support.
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