Centre for Cross-Cultural Studies
Do you sometimes feel 'stuck' when working across culture?
The Centre for Cross-Cultural Studies at the Institute of Family Therapy is an exciting new venture, funded by the Lloyds TSB Foundation and in partnership with the Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture, the Refugee Council and Nottingham University.
Do you want to find out more about our services?
We provide the following:
- Family work training for those working with refugees in their own communities in London, Manchester and Cardiff.
- Agency Based Training on cross-cultural / refugee issues across the UK.
- Clinical Services for minority ethnic children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
- Observation / discussion of family therapy with ethnic minority families.
- Training Courses for those working with interpreters.
- Supervision / consultation on cross- cultural issues to individuals and organisations.
- Research and clinical audit.
- Conferences and publications.
- A weblog to discuss contemporary cross-cultural issues: http://CCCS.typepad.co.uk
Contact: Enid Colmer, Director of the Centre for Cross-Cultural Studies at the Institute of Family Therapy
Current and Upcoming Events
Book Club
We will meet approximately once every six weeks on a Thursday evening from 6.30 to 7.45 pm at the Institute of Family Therapy. Each time a group of participants will take responsibility for reading and presenting on an agreed upon text, which will be followed by a group discussion. The group will comprise between five to ten members. Please contact us to book a place.
Strictly Couples: different perspectives on race, culture and diversity
18th February, 2009
Gwyn Daniel: Consultant Family & Systemic Psychotherapist at the Tavistock Clinic and in private practice.
Dr Rabia Malik: Co-ordinator of the Marlborough Cultural Therapy Centre and Senior Family Therapist.
Damian McCann: Consultant Family & Couples Systemic Psychotherapist, Barnet CAMHS and in private practice.
Different steps to working with couples will be choreographed into a vibrant day of benefit to therapists, counsellors and other professionals.
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Early Evening Events
February 19th, April 2nd, May 21st, July 2nd, October 15th and December 3rd
Thursdays, 5.30 - 7.30
Cost: £15
Venue: IFT
The Centre is hosting early evening events throughout 2009, featuring distinguished presenters on relevant topics. The evenings will provide a forum for sharing information and interest and to keep abreast with developments in the field. You will be very welcome.
May 21st: 'The audacity to hope': what does Barak Obama's experience tell us about the politics of race?
Shila Rashid, Senior Systemic Psychotherapist, NELMHT CAMHS
To register your interest please email Becky Curtis.
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