Council OverviewNo. 001
- 01Consultations↗
- 02Research & Development↗
- 03Publications↗
- 04Certified Trainers↗
- 05Initiatives↗
- 06Membership↗
FAC
Family Advisory Council
Official Platform
Official Platform
Official Family Guidance and Knowledge Platform
For Stronger, More Unified Families
The Family Advisory Council brings together consultation, research, certified expertise, publications, and community initiatives to help families and professionals access trusted knowledge and practical support.
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Our Purpose
A Trusted Platform for Family Wellbeing
The Family Advisory Council provides an organized platform for guidance, knowledge, professional development, and collaboration. It connects families with appropriate consultation routes while supporting researchers, trainers, specialists, institutions, and community initiatives working to strengthen family life.
The Council’s digital platform brings these areas together in one clear and accessible experience, helping visitors find support, discover research, explore publications, verify certified professionals, and participate in Council programmes.
“Supporting families through trusted guidance, shared knowledge, and responsible collaboration.”
Foundations
Vision · Mission · Values
A clear foundation keeps the Council’s services, knowledge, and public work focused on the wellbeing of families and communities.
Vision
To contribute to stronger and more resilient families through accessible guidance, knowledge, collaboration, and professional development.
Mission
To connect families and professionals with consultation services, research, publications, certified expertise, learning, and community initiatives.
Values
Care, trust, confidentiality, responsibility, knowledge, inclusivity, professionalism, and respect for family and community.
Council Network
Family Advisory Councils Across the Network
The Council brings together family advisory councils from different countries and communities, creating opportunities for shared knowledge, professional cooperation, local initiatives, and stronger support for families.
United Arab Emirates Family Advisory Council
United Arab Emirates
Palestinian Family Advisory Council
Palestine
Yemeni Family Advisory Council
Yemen
Egyptian Family Advisory Council
Egypt
Iraqi Family Advisory Council
Iraq
Kuwaiti Family Advisory Council
Kuwait
Sudanese Family Advisory Council
Sudan
Saudi Family Advisory Council
Saudi Arabia
Tunisian Family Advisory Council
Tunisia
Moroccan Family Advisory Council
Morocco
Lebanese Family Advisory Council
Lebanon
Jordanian Family Advisory Council
Jordan
Syrian Family Advisory Council
Syria
Djiboutian Family Advisory Council
Djibouti
Tanzanian Family Advisory Council
Tanzania
Mauritanian Family Advisory Council
Mauritania
Qatari Family Advisory Council
Qatar
Omani Family Advisory Council
Oman
Bahraini Family Advisory Council
Bahrain
Algerian Family Advisory Council
Algeria
Libyan Family Advisory Council
LibyaOur Work
How the Council Supports Families and Communities
The Council’s work spans direct guidance, knowledge development, professional certification, public education, and community participation.
Consultations
Guidance routes for parenting matters, general family concerns, and families affected by violence in the home.
Research & Development
Studies and knowledge resources examining the social, emotional, and practical issues that shape family life.
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Publications
Books, guides, and written resources developed or supported by Council contributors.
↗ 04Certified Trainers
A searchable directory including country, qualification, specialty, and membership information.
↗ 05Initiatives
Programmes supporting family awareness, education, wellbeing, and positive community involvement.
↗ 06Articles
Practical and thoughtful writing on the concerns, questions, and opportunities families encounter.
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Confidential Guidance
Find the Consultation Route That Fits Your Needs
Every family situation is different. The Council provides clear consultation routes so enquiries can be directed appropriately and handled with care, respect, and professional responsibility.
Parenting Consultation
Guidance for parents and caregivers navigating communication, behaviour, routines, relationships, and changing developmental needs.
General Family Consultation
A confidential route for family-related concerns that do not fall within a specialist consultation category.
Domestic Violence Consultation
A sensitive route for individuals and families seeking guidance concerning violence, coercion, or harmful behaviour in the home.
Become Part of the Council’s Work
Contribute Your Knowledge, Experience and Perspective
Membership is open to eligible practitioners, researchers, trainers, specialists, and contributors who share the Council’s commitment to stronger families and responsible professional practice.
Research & PublicationsContribute knowledge and professional insight.
Workshops & TrainingSupport learning and professional development.
Initiatives & CollaborationParticipate in family-focused Council work.
Learning and Participation
Free Workshops for Families and Professionals
The Council offers selected workshops designed to share practical knowledge, encourage discussion, and support family and professional development.
Registration is limited to 20 participants per workshop and is confirmed according to availability.
Next Workshop
Workshop details will be announced when registration opens.
20Maximum Places
Registration opens when the next workshop is published.
Our Partners
Working Together for Stronger Families
The Council collaborates with organizations and specialists whose knowledge, services, and community reach support shared family-development goals.
Success Partner logos as shown on the official recognition materials.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Find clear answers about consultations, professional verification, membership, research, workshops, and participation in the Council’s work.
The Council provides routes for parenting concerns, general family matters, and enquiries concerning domestic violence or harmful behaviour in the home.
Complete the consultation request form and select the route that most closely matches your concern. The submission will be reviewed and directed appropriately.
Use the Certified Trainers directory to search by country and review available membership, qualification, and specialty information.
Relevant collaboration opportunities may be available for qualified researchers, practitioners, and contributors. Use the contact or membership route to express interest.
Each workshop is limited to 20 registrations. Availability and the registration status will be displayed on the workshop page.
Visit the membership page, review the available information, and submit an application for consideration.
2025 Recognition
Most Influential Personalities in the Family Field
Meet the professionals and contributors recognized for their impact in family guidance and family development across the Arab world.
Contact the Council
Begin a Meaningful Conversation With the Council
Whether you are seeking guidance, professional information, membership, or collaboration, the Council will help direct your enquiry to the appropriate route.