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European Association of Service providers for Persons with Disabilities
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The European Association of Service providers for Persons with Disabilities (EASPD) is the leading voice of disability services across Europe, representing over 20,000 services in 50 different countries.
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We promote human rights and equal opportunities for people with disabilities through effective and high-quality support.
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Education
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Employment
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Inclusive Living
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Technology
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Early Childhood Intervention
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Arts and Culture
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Workforce Development
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Funding of Social Services
We must take concrete steps to transform services into person-centered models that empower individuals, while positioning service providers as key drivers of this shift toward a human rights-based approach.
Kirsi Konola, EASPD President
EASPD Knowledge Café: Supporting families and caregivers when a child is violent
The When a Child is Violent project helped families where a child or young person under 25 years old with special needs (such as intellectual disability, autism, or ADHD) acted violently toward family members.
The project found that violent behavior often happens because of stress, trouble with emotions, difficulties solving problems, and loneliness. Many children also struggle with communication, which can make them feel frustrated. Parents often feel guilt, fear, and shame. Shame can stop them from asking for help and make them feel alone.
To support families, the project used simple ways to help children and parents handle emotions. Parents learned how to manage stress and support their child in difficult moments. Families who got help said violence at home became less frequent. Peer support was also very helpful; parents learned from others who had similar experiences. Professionals now have better skills to talk about the topic and help families.
When the phenomenon is named and understood correctly, it becomes easier for everyone to get the right kind of help, including the child. The project created practical tools such as the When a Child is Violent guide and Shame Cards.
This Knowledge Café will further explore how to discuss and work through these situations safely and openly. The session will share lessons learned from the project, introduce new tools, and provide practical strategies for supporting both children and parents.
Moderator: Kalianne Farren, EASPD
Agenda
14:00 | Welcome |
14:05 | Introduction to the topic
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14:15 | When a Child is Violent project
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15:35 | Q&A and Discussion with Participants |
15:55 | Concluding remarks |
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EASPD Knowledge Café: Supporting families and caregivers when a child is violent
The When a Child is Violent project helped families where a child or young person under 25 years old with special needs (such as intellectual disability, autism, or ADHD) acted violently toward family members.
The project found that violent behavior often happens because of stress, trouble with emotions, difficulties solving problems, and loneliness. Many children also struggle with communication, which can make them feel frustrated. Parents often feel guilt, fear, and shame. Shame can stop them from asking for help and make them feel alone.
To support families, the project used simple ways to help children and parents handle emotions. Parents learned how to manage stress and support their child in difficult moments. Families who got help said violence at home became less frequent. Peer support was also very helpful; parents learned from others who had similar experiences. Professionals now have better skills to talk about the topic and help families.
When the phenomenon is named and understood correctly, it becomes easier for everyone to get the right kind of help, including the child. The project created practical tools such as the When a Child is Violent guide and Shame Cards.
This Knowledge Café will further explore how to discuss and work through these situations safely and openly. The session will share lessons learned from the project, introduce new tools, and provide practical strategies for supporting both children and parents.
Moderator: Kalianne Farren, EASPD
Agenda
14:00 | Welcome |
14:05 | Introduction to the topic
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14:15 | When a Child is Violent project
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15:35 | Q&A and Discussion with Participants |
15:55 | Concluding remarks |