FAMILY MEDIATION: THE PERCEPTIONS AND EXPERIENCES OF UNMARRIED PARENTS AND MEDIATORS

Authors

  • Razia Nordien Lagardien Nelson Mandela University
  • Blanche Pretorius Nelson Mandela University
  • Susan Terblanche Nelson Mandela University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15270/57-2-926

Abstract

While there have been significant developments regarding mediation, parental responsibilities and the rights of unmarried fathers, fathers remain challenged in acquiring their parental rights through mediation in terms of Section 21 of the Children’s Act 38 of 2005.   The aim of this qualitative study was to understand the experiences of parents and mediators regarding mediation since the inception of the Children’s Act in 2007.  Semi-structured interviews were conducted with unmarried fathers, unmarried mothers and mediators. Data were analysed using within-case analysis. The findings highlighted the positive experiences of mediation, challenges in mediation and strategies to enhance the quality of mediation. 

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Author Biographies

Razia Nordien Lagardien, Nelson Mandela University

Department of Social Development Professions

Blanche Pretorius, Nelson Mandela University

Research Associate, Faculty of Health Sciences

Susan Terblanche, Nelson Mandela University

Research Supervisor, Department of Social Development Professions

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Published

2021-06-24

How to Cite

Lagardien, R. N., Pretorius, B., & Terblanche, S. (2021). FAMILY MEDIATION: THE PERCEPTIONS AND EXPERIENCES OF UNMARRIED PARENTS AND MEDIATORS. Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk, 57(2), 152. https://doi.org/10.15270/57-2-926

Issue

Vol. 57 No. 2 (2021)

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