September Newsletter

Date Posted: October 1, 2026

Welcome to the September FMA Newsletter!

Every month, we will be sharing all the exciting things occurring within the FMA. This is the best place to find out what is happening in the FMA community, and a great opportunity for us to share relevant information and connect with our FMA members.

We hope you enjoy!


FMA Conference 2027 – Once Upon a Time : Every Voice Matters

Join us on 9–10 June 2027 in Northampton for the FMA Annual Conference 2027.

This year’s theme, “Once Upon a Time: Every Voice Matters,” will explore the many voices, experiences and perspectives that shape family mediation. The conference will bring together family mediators and professionals from across the sector for two days of learning, discussion, networking and inspiration.

Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge, connect with colleagues or hear fresh perspectives from leading voices in family mediation, there will be plenty to look forward to.

📅 9–10 June 2027
📍 Northampton

Find out more and register: https://thefma.co.uk/fma-annual-conference-agm/


FMA Responds to the Government’s Consultation of Kinship Care

The FMA’s Standards and Documents working group are pleased to share the FMA’s response to the Governments Consultation of Kinship Care :

Read the full response here: Latest News – The Family Mediators Association


Resource Spotlight : Supporting Separated Parents

The Separated Parenting Programme Directory is a valuable tool for signposting clients to additional support.

It brings together trusted parenting programmes designed to:
• Improve communication
• Support children’s wellbeing
• Build co-parenting confidence

➡️ https://separatedparentingprogrammedirectory.org/

A useful complement to mediation practice.


Upcoming Courses

Keep Your Professional Development on Track

Looking to build your skills, refresh your knowledge or explore a new area of family mediation? Explore the FMA’s upcoming training programme, with a range of courses designed to support your continued professional development.

View upcoming courses, find out more and book your place:
Explore FMA Training

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