Family Education Programs
Mother Support Program
| The Mother Support Program (MSP) targets mothers of children aged 3-11. This modular program, which is implemented by teachers, guidance counselors and social workers, aims to impart mothers with the skills necessary to fully support the development of her children. The programs modules are grouped according to the age of the child and age-appropriate topics are discussed weekly with the groups of mothers. The program which lasts a minimum of 8 weeks features topics such as positive child rearing, sexual reproductive health for mothers, creating positive learning environments and the importance of play. This program is implemented in collaboration with a variety of trainer groups and is especially valued by guidance counselors and primary school teachers seeking to support parents effectively to improve the performance and wellbeing of the children they serve. The Ministry of National Education encourages the implementation and expansion of this program. |
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Father Support Program
| The Father Support Program (FSP) is a scientifically based training program whose aim is to contribute towards the holistic development of children by addressing the parenting skills and attitudes of their fathers. FSP was developed in part at the request of mothers attending mother education programs but also in view of the very limited resources that are available to fathers on child development. The program targets fathers of children aged 3-11. Training is provided by guidance counselors and primary school teachers who participate in training seminars conducted jointly with the Ministry of National Education. |
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Parenting Seminars
| Parenting Seminars, in addition to programs aimed at achieving long-term changes in behavior and attitudes, AÇEV also develops and implements short-term, scientifically-based seminars that are designed to create social awareness and promote healthy child development. The foundation’s “Parenting Seminars” target families of 0-14 aged children and includes special sections addressing the different needs of preschoolers and primary school students. The seminars focus on equipping parents with skills that foster the development of a young child and increasing parents’ inter-communication skills while interacting with children. |
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Family Letters
| “Family Letters” is an information kit that is part of a wider training program that consists of seminars geared towards families of 0-3 aged children. The kit aims to support couples in parenting and child rearing practices during the first three years of their infants’ lives including the period of pregnancy. Prepared by AÇEV’s team of health professionals, child education experts and developmentalists, the letters cover topics such as pregnancy, birth, child development and education, nutrition and health and aim to support especially the mother through this phase of her life. |
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