Responsible parenting: the path to a happy future for children and families
Being a parent is one of the most important and at the same time the most difficult roles in life. As part of our project “Early Development of Roma Children and Working with Parents: Education, Support and Integration”, we conduct trainings for parents, where we discuss key aspects of responsible parenting that help create a harmonious environment for children and parents themselves.
Why is this important?
Responsible parenting is not only about taking care of children, but also about taking care of yourself. Our trainings focus on:
- Self-care. Parents learn how their physical and emotional well-being affects their children and why it is important to find time for themselves.
- Overcoming domestic violence. We talk about how to recognize the signs of violence, why it destroys families and how you can protect yourself and your children.
- Building healthy relationships. Participants learn to build trust, respect and openness in relationships with children and partners.
- Parenting methods. Parents get to know practical tips on how to raise children without pressure, aggression and punishment, replacing them with support and understanding.
What happens at the trainings?
Each meeting is a space for open conversations, questions and exchange of experiences. Participants perform practical exercises, learn to overcome stress and gain useful knowledge that helps in everyday life.
We are sure: happy parents mean happy children. We continue to work together so that every family has a chance for a harmonious life!
The program is implemented by the NEEKA Carpathian Region Non-Governmental Organization for the Prevention and Control of Child Abuse and Neglect with the support of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) through KfW.
This publication was produced with the assistance of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) with the financial support of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) through the state development bank KfW. The content of the material is the sole responsibility of the Blago Non-Governmental Organization and does not necessarily reflect the views of the German government and/or UNICEF.