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Aim and scope of the briefing
This policy briefing argues that the development and sustainability of family support
policies and provisions are priority issues for European countries. As European
countries navigate major challenges in current times such as widening social
inequalities, the COVID-19 pandemic and its recovery, and the impact of the war in
Ukraine on the European economy, the improvement of social support provisions,
services and systems for children, parents and families is more urgent and important
than ever.
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Drawing on the three reports listed above, this policy brief aims to inform pan-
European debates and developments in family support by:
• Synthesising the key findings of the reports for policy and practice audiences.
Drawing on these findings, the policy brief distills key learning about the
significance of family support for children, parents and families; and the
conceptualisation, development and delivery of family support among
European countries.
• Setting out a multi-dimensional and multi-level conceptualisation of Family
support. This approach provides a synthesis of emerging multi-level contextual
and ecological frameworks for understanding and developing national reforms
and systems. This approach highlights the value, diversity and complexity of
family support as a concept, policy sub-field, domain of provision, and mode of
practice.
• Conceptualising in children’s, parents’ and families’ support needs in broad and
dynamic terms as well as recognising the importance of the broader social and
political context to Family support debates and developments. This approach
recognises the value of prominent theories and frameworks for understanding
and engaging with the social ecology of children’s and families’ lives; and the
contexts within which family support develops and operates.
• Reviewing the benefits, risks and challenges for developing family support
policy, provision and practice within and across European countries. Interdisciplinary
research, practice wisdom and service user perspectives highlight
family support can provide a range of benefits for children, parents and families.
However, the development and delivery of family support often entails
navigating complexities and challenges at both the level of national systems
and frontline practice. These complexities and challenges can also influence
its’ equity and cost effectiveness.
• Setting out a comprehensive, coordinated and collaborative approach to
developing Family support policy, provision and practice for child welfare,
parental/family welfare, gender equality and social justice. This approach
proposes children’s rights and human rights as key foundations for family
support. The policy brief proposes recommendations for policy-makers and
practitioners related to developing comprehensive national systems of support,
and effective and enabling frontline practice in services that support children,
parents and families.
This policy briefing however, is not intended to be a comprehensive mapping
or review of current research and policies in Europe. Instead, the aim is to provide a
A framework for child and family support in
Europe | 6
high-level briefing which summarises the current knowledge and thinking regarding
the concept of family support and its implementation in the European Context,
highlighting issues that need to be considered in future policy and practice
development. The key messages of this briefing are presented below.
Aim and scope of the briefing
This policy briefing argues that the development and sustainability of family support
policies and provisions are priority issues for European countries. As European
countries navigate major challenges in current times such as widening social
inequalities, the COVID-19 pandemic and its recovery, and the impact of the war in
Ukraine on the European economy, the improvement of social support provisions,
services and systems for children, parents and families is more urgent and important
than ever.
A framework for child and family support in
Europe | 5
Drawing on the three reports listed above, this policy brief aims to inform pan-
European debates and developments in family support by:
• Synthesising the key findings of the reports for policy and practice audiences.
Drawing on these findings, the policy brief distills key learning about the
significance of family support for children, parents and families; and the
conceptualisation, development and delivery of family support among
European countries.
• Setting out a multi-dimensional and multi-level conceptualisation of Family
support. This approach provides a synthesis of emerging multi-level contextual
and ecological frameworks for understanding and developing national reforms
and systems. This approach highlights the value, diversity and complexity of
family support as a concept, policy sub-field, domain of provision, and mode of
practice.
• Conceptualising in children’s, parents’ and families’ support needs in broad and
dynamic terms as well as recognising the importance of the broader social and
political context to Family support debates and developments. This approach
recognises the value of prominent theories and frameworks for understanding
and engaging with the social ecology of children’s and families’ lives; and the
contexts within which family support develops and operates.
• Reviewing the benefits, risks and challenges for developing family support
policy, provision and practice within and across European countries. Interdisciplinary
research, practice wisdom and service user perspectives highlight
family support can provide a range of benefits for children, parents and families.
However, the development and delivery of family support often entails
navigating complexities and challenges at both the level of national systems
and frontline practice. These complexities and challenges can also influence
its’ equity and cost effectiveness.
• Setting out a comprehensive, coordinated and collaborative approach to
developing Family support policy, provision and practice for child welfare,
parental/family welfare, gender equality and social justice. This approach
proposes children’s rights and human rights as key foundations for family
support. The policy brief proposes recommendations for policy-makers and
practitioners related to developing comprehensive national systems of support,
and effective and enabling frontline practice in services that support children,
parents and families.
This policy briefing however, is not intended to be a comprehensive mapping
or review of current research and policies in Europe. Instead, the aim is to provide a
A framework for child and family support in
Europe | 6
high-level briefing which summarises the current knowledge and thinking regarding
the concept of family support and its implementation in the European Context,
highlighting issues that need to be considered in future policy and practice
development. The key messages of this briefing are presented below.
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The policy briefing emphasizes the critical importance of developing and sustaining family support policies in European countries, especially in light of current challenges like social inequalities, the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, and economic impacts from the war in Ukraine. It aims to inform pan-European discussions by synthesizing findings from three key reports and detailing the significance of family support for children, parents, and families.
The briefing outlines a multi-dimensional approach to family support, acknowledging its complexity, value, and the necessity of understanding the broader social and political contexts influencing family support systems. It identifies potential benefits of family support while also recognizing the challenges and risks associated with policy development and implementation at both national and local levels.
Furthermore, the briefing advocates for a coordinated approach to family support that upholds children's rights and human rights, proposing recommendations for policymakers and practitioners on creating effective support systems. The document serves as a high-level summary of existing knowledge on family support in Europe and highlights issues relevant for future policy and practice development.
The briefing outlines a multi-dimensional approach to family support, acknowledging its complexity, value, and the necessity of understanding the broader social and political contexts influencing family support systems. It identifies potential benefits of family support while also recognizing the challenges and risks associated with policy development and implementation at both national and local levels.
Furthermore, the briefing advocates for a coordinated approach to family support that upholds children's rights and human rights, proposing recommendations for policymakers and practitioners on creating effective support systems. The document serves as a high-level summary of existing knowledge on family support in Europe and highlights issues relevant for future policy and practice development.