Children

John Brooker & Annie Bordeleau [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG-CLXDUio4] Introduction by John Brooker What can people in organisations learn about the use of SF from social workers working with children and families? A great deal it seems. Sue Lancaster is a Service Manager in the Children and Family Service department of Essex Council in England. She manages The Divisional Based Intervention Team Service (D-BIT). This is an “edge of care” service which steps in where there is concern over family relationships breaking down and fragmentation may lead to children being moved in to care.

Peter-Rohrig Synopsis Peter Röhrig’s “Talking with your children” session centred on employing solution-focused (SF) techniques to enhance intergenerational communication about sustainability. This informal conversation illuminated the importance of SF values in nurturing constructive dialogues between different age groups within families. Key concepts discussed included ‘holding space’ for open conversations, actively listening to each other’s perspectives, and appreciating each other’s contributions. These practices help to build a shared understanding and co-construct a family reality that includes all voices. Moreover, the session delved into practical SF methods practitioners can apply to help families articulate and align around a shared vision for the future, focusing on sustainability and reconciliation.