A landmark event marking the United Nations International Day of Families 2026 has taken place in Ireland, bringing together experts, practitioners, and community voices to address pressing issues affecting families and children today.
Hosted by Eniola Oke Consulting, the event focused on the theme “Family Inequalities & Child Wellbeing: A Cross-Sector Dialogue Connecting Lived Experience, Practice and Policy.” It created a platform for meaningful discussions on parenting challenges, youth development, mental health, and the realities facing families across diverse communities.
Speaking on the GOCOM Radio Breakfast Show with Jason Browne, event host Eniola Oke highlighted the urgent need for open conversations around family wellbeing. As a Systemic Family Psychotherapist, Parenting Coach, and Founder of Eniola Oke Consulting, her work centres on supporting families, strengthening parent-child relationships, and promoting emotional wellbeing through therapy, coaching, and training.
The event brought together voices from family therapy, psychology, youth work, human rights advocacy, and community development, combining professional expertise with lived experiences. Discussions explored how inequality, migration, social pressures, and limited access to support systems impact children’s wellbeing and long-term outcomes.
More than just a one-day event, the initiative aims to spark ongoing collaboration, awareness, and action, positioning family wellbeing as a shared responsibility across society.
Listen to the full interview below.
