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Pensions in Divorce

Divorce is a journey filled with complex decisions and a financial settlement may be an aspect you may find overwhelming. You may not think that pensions are an important part of a financial settlement but they can actually be one of the most valuable assets.  Earlier this year we had

The Silent Struggle: Divorce Stigma in South Asian Communities

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

Breaking Free from Benefits, Flexible Working and Self-Employment

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

A Special Child – Sheetal’s Story

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

My Son and I – Mala’s Story

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

10 Years of the Asian Single Parents Network

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