Digital Parenting
Virtual programme Details
| Date | : | Saturday, 21 October 2023 |
| Time | : | 9.30 am - 11.30 am (Kuala Lumpur) |
| Venue | : | Online via Zoom |
| Fee | : | MYR 30 per registration |
| Target Audience | : | Parents of children below 12 years old |
Virtual Workshop Synopsis
To equip parents with the knowledge and tools to better understand the risks, rewards and potential harms that the online realm holds for their child.
The goal is to help parents identify potential risks and, more importantly, discover effective ways to mitigate these risks. By doing so, we aim to create a safe and enriching digital environment where both parent and child can thrive and enjoy a productive online experience.
This programme will include:
- Understanding the digital landscape
- Factors influencing digital addiction in children
- The importance of promoting online safety
- Understanding your child – developmental and psychological needs
- Setting limits with your child while cultivating healthy digital habits
- Building trust and open communication
Meet Your Facilitators
Marie-Elena Isaac
Marriage & Parenting Manager, Focus on the Family Malaysia
Marie-Elena serves as a Marriage & Parenting Manager in Focus on the Family Malaysia (FOFM). She has a Masters in Psychology and worked as a corporate trainer prior to joining FOFM.
She speaks on various marriage, parenting, and family topics. She also has experience in soft skills training such as time management, stress management, and leadership skills. She has a passion to educate couples and parents on the important role the family plays in ensuring a healthy and thriving society.
Peter Chang
IT Manager, Focus on the Family Malaysia
Peter joined Focus on the Family Malaysia (FOFM) in 2006 and is currently the Information Technology Manager. Prior to this portfolio, Peter served as the No Apologies® Manager, bringing the message of No Apologies® to young people nationwide.
He also gives talks regularly on various family-life topics while engaging married couples, parents, and teens. He is married to Chooi Yee, and they have four children: Jemimah, Jacintha, and twin sons Jedidiah and Judah.