In the vibrant tapestry of South Asian cultures, divorce remains an unspoken, yet highly prevalent, issue. While modernisation and globalisation have led to significant societal changes, divorce continues to be cloaked in shame, especially for South Asian communities. The Cultural Fabric Traditional South Asian societies are deeply rooted in conservative Read more…
Julie Hawkins, Founder of the Single Mums Business Network and Non-Executive Director of ASPN, has a valuable webinar on Breaking Free from Benefits, Flexible Working and Self-Employment. Drawing from her journey as a single mum, Julie highlights the challenges of navigating the world of work as a primary carer, whether it’s in employment Read more…
Being a single parent comes with its unique set of challenges and one of the most pressing concerns is financial stability. Utilising financial resources can make a significant difference to you and your child’s wellbeing, as well as to building a secure future. Finding the right financial resources can be Read more…
Updated: 5th October, 2023 Members sometimes reach out to the Network with queries on various topics. They can receive a combination of responses as other members offer their suggestions and so does ASPN which may include general advice or links to resources. “I’m looking for work after taking a career Read more…
I am a single mother to my Autistic son aged 5 years, Kiaan. It has been a rollercoaster ride for me post my divorce. I would rather use the term Neurodiverse than autistic but this is how the world understands. He is a lovely child, always happy and playful. He Read more…
Mala shares the story of her son growing up and being diagnosed with ADHD and Asperger’s Syndrome: Welcome to the World I was so excited to have my firstborn son and meet him for the first time. He was late coming into the world and was just very comfortable. The Read more…
Last month, the Asian Single Parents Network CIC celebrated a very special milestone, our 10th Anniversary.https://www.facebook.com/Asian-Single-Parents-Network-CIC-1508940676064136 The first pic was taken just before the time when I started the group. The second is a more recent one. My daughter is now 18 going on 30 and just started university! She Read more…
I was interviewed recently by Kate Daly of Amicable for their Divorce Podcast. You can listen to the full recording in Episode 9 here: http://www.thedivorcepodcast.com/ Alternatively, you can read the blog below: Kate: Let’s start hearing a bit about your background and what led you to create the Asian Single Read more…
I thought I’d re-introduce my self and my story as the founder of the Asian Single Parents Network which I’ve run for the last 9 years. My name is Aruna, and as a young girl I always dreamed of the perfect wedding day. The romance of it all, and the Read more…
Sara Davison shares her thoughts with the Asian Single Parents Network on the stigma around divorce in Asian culture, and suggests some useful tips. There is a good reason that divorce is known as one of the most traumatic life events you can ever encounter, second only to the death Read more…