Upcoming Events

When: Tuesday, March 31 - 1:00 PM

Duration: 1 hours 30 minutes

Location: Zoom

Event Details:

Family Peer Advocates play a critical role in supporting caregivers who are navigating complex systems. Caregivers involved in family court often experience fear, shame, and stigma, which can impact their ability to engage confidently in the process.

In this session, we will explore the challenges caregivers face, as well as the unique role of the Family Peer Advocate. Participants will gain foundational knowledge of the family court system, understand role boundaries, and learn strategies for providing strength-based, trauma-informed support.

About the Presenters:

Ashley Sindone, FPA-C

As the Family Workforce Development Coordinator at Families Together, Ashley promotes family driven care by supporting family peer advocates throughout NY. Previously, Ashley served as an advocate for women undergoing recovery from addiction, domestic violence and homelessness in Syracuse NY.  During her capacity as a parent educator, Ashley supported families navigating the child welfare system. As an FPA Ashley specializes in assisting families with medically fragile children. She is passionate about empowering families to advocate for themselves and their children. She later provided education and advocacy to families who were expecting a child or who have recently become parents.

Ginger Molloy, FPA-C

Ginger Molloy is a FTNYS Family Policy Advisor stationed at the OCFS Albany Regional Office. She has lived and professional experience in child welfare, children's mental health and peer support services. Ginger believes that building strong relationships are essential for effectively serving children and families, aiming for better safety, permanency, and well-being outcomes.