Becoming My Child's Advocate
Become an informed decision-maker and partner in your child's care and education.
- STATUS
- Open for interest · Jan–Mar 2027
- TIME
- 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- VENUE
- Klang Valley · TBC
- COURSE FEE
- RM 1,999· includes materials, refreshments and a certificate of attendance
“When parents understand assessments and rights, they become their child's most effective advocates.”
Take an Informed, Active Role
Build confidence in understanding information, asking useful questions and working with the people involved in your child's care and education.
Understand and use assessment information confidently
Communicate effectively with professionals
Take an active role in your child's development
For parents ready to take a more informed and active role in their child's education, care and long-term support.
Parents navigating assessments & interventions
Those seeking to understand professional reports, recommendations and support options.
Parents working with schools & professionals
Those wanting to communicate more confidently with educators, therapists and support teams.
Families planning their child's next steps
Those seeking to make informed decisions, identify priorities and develop a family advocacy plan.
What you'll explore
Understanding Assessment & Professional Reports
Become familiar with the structure and language of assessment and professional reports. Explore how to identify findings, recommendations, limitations and questions that need clarification.
Making Informed Decisions About Intervention
Explore questions to ask about an intervention's goals, rationale, evidence, practical demands and fit with your child and family. Consider how progress and the need for changes can be discussed.
Working with Schools, Therapists & Professionals
Build confidence in sharing observations, asking questions and agreeing on priorities with professionals. Explore ways to prepare for meetings and clarify responsibilities and follow-up actions.
Understanding Educational & Support Needs
Consider the supports your child may need to access learning, communicate and participate. Explore how to describe barriers and discuss adjustments with the people involved in your child's education.
Building a Family Advocacy & Support Plan
Bring together your child's strengths, family priorities, support network and next steps. Explore how to organise an advocacy plan that can be reviewed as needs, circumstances and goals change.
Dr. Thayalani Narayanasamy Gomez
Lead Educational & Child Psychologist · Head of SENPHD IN PHILOSOPHY · PSYCHOLOGY (NEURODEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS) · 20+ YEARS20+ Years of Expertise in Child Development & Family SupportWith over 20 years of experience in psychology, education and child development, Dr. Thaya combines specialist expertise with her personal journey as a mother raising a child with autism and ADHD. She supports children with Autism, ADHD and SEN, helping families understand their child's needs, navigate emotions and create calmer, more supportive home environments.
“When we see beyond the diagnosis, we begin to truly understand and accept our child as a whole person.”
Becoming My Child's Advocate
- DURATION
- 3 days
- LANGUAGE
- Conducted in English
- TRAINER
- Dr. Thayalani Narayanasamy Gomez
- FOR
- Parents & Family members
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