Child to Parent Abuse (CPA) is an often-overlooked form of domestic abuse that carries significant consequences for families, professionals, and society as a whole. When CPA is included in conferences and events focused on safeguarding, domestic abuse, and family dynamics, it shines a spotlight on this complex issue and fosters greater understanding and action. At PEGS, we’ve seen first-hand the transformative impact that these discussions can have through the talks we deliver at events worldwide.

Including CPA in event agendas helps bring attention to an issue that many professionals are unsure how to address. Parents experiencing abuse often feel isolated, unheard and unsupported. This can mean that professionals can feel they lack the tools to identify, manage, and support these situations effectively.

By dedicating time to CPA, events can:

• Raise awareness of the prevalence and challenges of CPA.
• Empower professionals with actionable strategies for intervention.
• Shift perceptions by emphasising that CPA is a form of domestic abuse requiring serious attention.
• Build connections between professionals to enhance collaboration in tackling CPA.

At PEGS, we’ve been privileged to share our expertise at a variety of events and conferences, and the response has been overwhelmingly positive. Michelle John, our founder and director, brings a powerful combination of professional insight and personal experience to every talk, sparking conversations and driving meaningful change.

• Empathy and understanding: Attendees frequently share how hearing the lived experiences of families affected by CPA deepens their empathy and motivates them to take action.
• Actionable insights: Many professionals have reported that PEGS’ strategies and tools have helped them make immediate improvements in how they handle CPA cases.
• Global interest: Events like the International Child to Parent Abuse Conference demonstrated that this is not a localized issue—professionals from around the world are eager to learn and collaborate on solutions.

Our talks have made an impact at a range of events hosted by multi agency professionals and organisations. We have also have had the opportunity to be interviewed on various podcasts and by the media, including:

• The International Child to Parent Abuse Conference (October 2024), a virtual event that united global professionals to share best practices.
• Safeguarding and domestic abuse conferences, where CPA discussions have encouraged more integrated approaches to family support.
• Forensic and criminology panels, where we’ve explored CPA’s links to broader patterns of abuse and criminality.

You can listen to or watch some of Michelle's interviews below:



• #AbuseTalk Podcast: Michelle discussed the complexities of CPA and shared insights from her work with PEGS. Link: https://youtu.be/FANH9D71Pgo?feature=shared
• InTune Radio Shropshire: Michelle was interviewed about the challenges parents face when dealing with CPA and the support PEGS offers. Link: https://fb.watch/xpNamGpE7y/
• "What do Parents Know?" Podcast: Michelle explored the dynamics of CPA, the lack of media coverage on the topic, and strategies for parents seeking help. Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1591687/episodes/13193641
• Channel 5 news: CPA Report. Link: https://youtu.be/thzFpg5eIus?feature=shared
• ITV news: CPA Report. Link: https://www.itv.com/news/2022-03-09/its-like-being-held-hostage-parents-facing-abuse-from-own-children

Every time CPA is included in an event, the ripple effects are tangible—parents and caregivers feel seen, professionals feel equipped, and policies begin to shift. By opening the conversation, you can be part of that change.

If you’re organising an event or conference and would like to include Child to Parent Abuse on the agenda, PEGS is here to help. 

Contact us at admin@pegsupport.com to discuss how Michelle John and our team can contribute to your event. Together, we can ensure CPA becomes an essential part of the conversation around domestic abuse and safeguarding.