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
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
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
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
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
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
Why Summer Can Feel Different After Separation For many families, summer brings a sense of ease, longer days, lighter routines, and opportunities to spend time together. When you are navigating a separation, it can feel very different. Alongside practical changes, there may be uncertainty, emotional strain, and questions about how
Divorce is never easy. But for many South Asian women in England and Wales, separation can come with additional emotional, cultural, family, and community pressures that make the experience feel even more overwhelming. Alongside the legal and practical aspects of divorce, many women also find themselves navigating: When you are
The weight of cultural expectations can make divorce feel like a mountain too steep to climb in South Asian communities. As someone who has worked closely with individuals navigating this journey, I’ve seen how cultural stigma adds layers of complexity to an already challenging process. Today, let’s have an honest
Gold holds a special and unique importance in many Asian cultures, carrying deep personal and cultural meaning. However, when marriages break down and divorce proceedings begin, gold is viewed as an asset subject to division rather than a purely personal or sentimental item. For this reason, gold can become a
Couples often overlook pre-nuptial agreements, but with one in five marriages (including second marriages) ending in divorce by their 10th anniversary and the courts becoming more inclined to uphold them, it’s worth considering getting one drafted. It is appreciated that within the Asian community, divorce is still a taboo subject.
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. In our recent query, a member is asking for advice on acknowledging