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Singapore Government

Divorce Support

Mandatory Parenting Programme
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This website will no longer be available from 30 June 2022. Please visit the Family Assist portal at https://familyassist.msf.gov.sg for information, services, and support to make informed decisions about your marriage or to register for the Mandatory Parenting Programme.

Mandatory Parenting Programme

Online Counselling

 

The Mandatory Parenting Programme is a consultation session for parents with minor children before they file for divorce. It is designed to encourage divorcing couples make informed decisions that prioritise the well-being of children. 
 
This is a two-hour session by counsellors from Divorce Support Specialist Agencies (DSSAs)/Strengthening Families Programme @Family Service Centres (FAM@FSCs). All parents with children below 21 years old are required under the Women’s Charter Section 94A to attend this programme if they do not have a signed formal agreement pertaining to a parenting plan and all other divorce matters. 
 
The consultation aims to help parents understand: 
  • the financial challenges of divorce 
  • how divorce impacts living arrangements 
  • child custody and access 
  • the importance of co-parenting and having a parenting plan 

 

Please log in with your SingPass to check your eligibility and apply for the Mandatory Parenting Programme. MSF will process your application online and a DSSA/FAM@FSC counsellor will contact you to schedule an appointment. This programme is provided free to all eligible parents with minor children before they file for divorce. 
If you encounter any technical problems, please e-mail fam_dssaprogrammes@msf.gov.sg.


CPH Online Counselling

Having stresses due to marriage, divorce or parenting can be emotionally and mentally challenging. If you are feeling overwhelmed by marital, divorce or parenting issues, your work, relationships with family and friends, your physical and emotional health can be affected. If you need a listening ear, talk to us via our free online counselling service run by the Community Psychology Hub.

To find out more, please visit www.CPHOnlineCounselling.sg and get started now!