If you’re the parent of a child with a disability or diagnosis, the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) may play a big role in your life. Whether you are already in the scheme, preparing to transition or you’ve only… Continue Reading >
Our culture influences how we live, how we engage with the world, and how we express ourselves. Multiple studies have shown that how a child interacts with their parents, community and media can shape their perception and sense of belonging…. Continue Reading >
It can be hard to manage the needs of a child with a disability or diagnosis. Regardless of your situation, the condition(s) you’re managing and the support available to you, being a special needs parent is one tough gig. As… Continue Reading >
By Peter Mousaferiadis, founder and CEO of Cultural Infusion Intercultural Understanding (IU) is an important part of the Australian Curriculum (AC). It is one of the seven general capabilities. Despite being embedded in the AC, what we are hearing… Continue Reading >
Emotional Intelligence is not a new concept or a new collection of skills for people. It’s really nothing new and fancy, and yet in the last 20 to 30 years, it has completely risen up to the forefront of a… Continue Reading >
Is it important for a parent to stay calm when having to face an emotional child? Yes. It is critical for parents to remain calm when dealing with an emotional child for several reasons. First, two highly emotional individuals typically… Continue Reading >
Understandably, it can be difficult for children to remain motivated and engaged with their learning while on holidays. After all, they’ve just spent the past two or three months reading, writing, counting and problem-solving, so it’s only fair that they’re… Continue Reading >
One of the most important lessons of recent years is the value of community. When disasters strike, whether they be bushfires, floods or pandemics, often the most heartfelt and sustained support comes from the people who live around us, whether… Continue Reading >
I never thought motherhood would be such a challenging and transformative experience for me. In hindsight, I realise that it started well before my daughter came into this world. I felt a shift within me as I was trying to… Continue Reading >
Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt ashamed of your reflection? Or hated your body? Or have you ever looked in the mirror and felt beautiful, confident and accepted? We can put so much emphasis on our outward… Continue Reading >
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