Envisage - Free Parent Program - Starts Monday 16 Feb, 2026 (ONLINE)

ENVISAGE: Empowering Families with practical tools, peer support and real connection.
The Southside Initiative is excited to host ENVISAGE Families - a supportive peer program designed for parents of young children who have developmental concerns, a disability or who are neurodivergent.

This is your chance to learn practical strategies, connect with others who understand, and build confidence in your caregiving journey.

How it works
•    Five weekly workshops: The program runs across five live, interactive online sessions, each 90 minutes long. 
•    Engaging & practical: Every workshop includes expert information, group discussions and hands on activities. 
•    Small group connection: You’ll join a small group of caregivers, creating a safe space to share experiences and learn together. 
•    Ongoing Resources: Get access to an online learning platform with slides, materials, and discussion boards to keep the conversation going. 
•    Expert & Peer Led: Each session is co facilitated by an early childhood professional and a parent with lived experience, ensuring both expertise and empathy.

What’s covered in the program: Your 5 week journey.
1.    Week 1: Health and wellbeing in early child & family development
2.    Week 2: Child and family development
3.    Week 3: Parenting is a “dance” led by the children
4.    Week 4: Looking after myself
5.    Week 5: Communicating, Collaborating, Connecting

Program Details
•    Dates: Five Monday nights starting 16 February 2026
•    Time: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm (online)
•    Cost: Free

Places are limited. REGISTER HERE. 

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