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Let’s Talk – Supporting Siblings

As a parent of a child with disability navigating family dynamics can be challenging sometimes.

In this free online session we’re shining a light on the sibling experience. Dr Shannon Schedlich, Chief Executive Officer at Siblings Australia, joins us to present Strong Families – Strong Foundations; exploring how parents can support the sibling relationship.

Tune in to learn about the importance of supporting siblings, the unique challenges and experiences they face, and ways you can help your child feel included and validated.

Discover stronger, positive relationships that can alleviate stressors and enhance overall wellbeing for the entire family.



What to expect:

Understanding sibling relationships

We’ll unpack some of the key experiences for siblings including isolation, difficult emotions, and responsibility.

Ways to support 

Learn strategies to help you support and nurture siblings across the lifespan.

Expert guidance and resources

Find out about the support Siblings Australia can provide to parents and siblings.

Siblings of children with disability can experience feelings of stress, isolation and extra responsibilities. In this free online session we welcome Siblings Australia CEO, Dr Shannon Schedlich, to help parents support siblings through their experience and perspective.

Date: Wednesday 22 May
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am (AEST)
Where: Online – Zoom

Can’t make it? Sign up to receive the recorded session to watch on demand.

Dr Shannon Schedlich joined Siblings Australia as Chief Executive Officer in January 2023. The busy mum, academic and ball of energy has a zeal for community support, advocacy and research, having previously run the Media Centre for Education Research Australia, and worked in leadership roles in government, corporate affairs and community engagement.    

Holding a PhD from the University of Newcastle, she sits on two school boards and has been a non-executive director for numerous inclusive organisations.   

Shannon has lived experience of navigating the sort of challenges faced by more than 4 million siblings of Australians with disabilities, and who must often grapple with the complexities that arise from having a family member with a disability or chronic health condition.  

Siblings Australia is the only sibling-specific organisation operating in Australia. For 25 years, it has developed a national and international reputation for its work with families and the professionals who support them, through its programs, supports, advocacy and research.

 

 

Siblings Australia is the only sibling-specific organisation operating in Australia. For 25 years, it has developed a national and international reputation for its work with families and the professionals who support them, through its programs, supports, advocacy and research.

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Complete this form to book your place. Registrations close Monday 20 May at 12:00pm (AEST).

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