Parenting Program

Technical assistance to design and pilot parenting programmes that promote responsible, non-violent parenting practices across Timor-Leste.

Ba Futuru's Parenting Program works with families to replace harmful disciplinary practices with positive, nurturing approaches to child-rearing. The program provides structured training workshops for parents and caregivers covering child development, positive discipline, emotional regulation, and family communication. Facilitators use role-playing, group discussions, and culturally relevant case studies to help parents build practical skills. The program has demonstrated measurable reductions in the use of physical punishment among participating families and improved parent-child relationships in communities across Ermera and Covalima municipalities.

This program is part of Ba Futuru's comprehensive approach to building a peaceful, positive, and productive Timor-Leste. Through interactive, human rights-based training models, arts integration, and community leadership strengthening, we work to create lasting change across all 13 municipalities.