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Family Group Conferencing at Village Kids: Empowering Families, Supporting Children

Our Family Group Conferencing (FGC) service empowers families to build child-focused plans that mend relationships, repair connections, and establish sustainable support networks for the future. 

As a preferred provider to the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) and leading non-government services, we deliver Family Group Conferencing (FGC) with a proven record of strong, child-focused outcomes and achievable plans that support families at every stage.

Family Group Conferencing is a proven, family-led process that brings together parents, children, extended family, and key support people to make important decisions about children’s care and wellbeing. Guided by an impartial, experienced facilitator, families collaborate to address concerns, share perspectives, and develop practical, long-term plans—always with the child’s best interests at the centre.

• Preferred Provider: Trusted by the Department of Communities and Justice and non-government agencies for our high standards and positive results.
• Highly Experienced Team: Our facilitators have extensive expertise in conflict resolution, child development, and supporting diverse family needs.
• Outstanding Reputation: We are proud of our excellent client reviews from both referring organisations and the families we serve.
• Child-Focused Outcomes: Every conference is designed to prioritise children’s safety, wellbeing, and voice.
• Sustainable Planning: We help families create realistic, lasting solutions that work in the real world.
• Confidential, Neutral Setting: We provide a safe, respectful environment so every participant feels heard.

FGC is ideal for families concerned about the safety or wellbeing of a child who wish to self-refer and to support plan development for children engaged with the child protection or out of home care system. Common reasons for referral include building plans to support new parents, assisting families to rebuild safe connections, identifying alternative living arrangements when a child or young person cannot remain with their parent(s), forming goals to build safety at home and creating transition plans to reunite children with their parents.

• Tailored Support  
• Clear, Written Plans
• Management of Reviews

Private Family Time

• The family and their support network meet privately, without professionals present. The facilitator can remain if this is preferred. 
• This is the family’s opportunity to discuss, consider options, and create their own plan for the child’s safety and well-being.

Agreeing on the Plan

• The family presents their plan to relevant professionals for agreement or negotiation.
• The plan review date is established. Village Kids can support families and organisations by managing the review process.
• Next steps and support requirements are confirmed to help put the plan into action.
   

Ready to take the next step?

Contact Village Kids today to learn more about Family Group Conferencing or to schedule an initial consultation. Together, we can help your family build stronger, safer, and more connected futures.