Young people and children

Children and young people have the right to be consulted on arrangements that will affect their lives, provided they are able to express their own views and wishes, but very few have the chance to have any say in practice. Some family mediators are specially trained to meet with children and young people, as well as with parents. Parents and/or young people and children needing to work out arrangements that take account of the child’s feelings and wishes (particularly in or after separation/divorce), should look for a service that can offer this special help.