Local authorities are being encouraged to bid for a share of a £3.6m fund aimed at helping families where children are exposed to conflict.
Announced yesterday by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), the fund is open to councils, digital firms and voluntary organisations who are working on projects that are focused on improving parents’ access to conflict support.
Accoridng to the DWP, the projects must support disadvantaged parents and those with complex needs, or any parent needing support through digital and interactive self-help tools.
Successful bidders will receive a minimum £150,000 grant to back their projects, between June 2023 and November 2024. The bidding process closes on 24 February 2023.
Minister for Work and Pensions Viscount Younger of Leckie said: ‘Conflict between parents can have a lasting impact on children, affecting their school grades and life chances.
‘Our projects are guided by the expertise of those working closest with families, who often witness the impact of conflict on children and can support with solutions.
‘With the launch of our new £3.6m Challenge Fund, I look forward to seeing the innovative, workable ideas of experts so we can help more families overcome difficulties and improve their lives.’
