My family is different to yours: Helping children embrace diversity

Emerging Minds Families

Oct 06 2025 | 00:20:29

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Show Notes

Host Alicia Ranford welcomes back psychologist Rachel Samson to discuss the importance of teaching children about diverse family structures and fostering inclusivity. Rachel shares ways we can guide children to embrace difference and be inclusivity champions, both in their peer groups and how they live in the world.

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