You’re invited to the 2026 Court Preparation Programme, hosted by the Teddy Bear Foundation.

This five-day, in-person training course is designed to empower professionals who work with children who have to go through the court system.
Together, we will focus on making the legal journey less frightening, and much more supportive, for every child.

Registration is free and can be done here;

https://forms.gle/KzeWVPVso8J8zSSQ7

Over the programme, expert facilitators will guide you through practical, real-world topics, including:

medical assessments…
counselling approaches…
understanding child abuse…
family assessment in abuse cases…
working with children with special needs…
abnormal and normal sexual behaviour…
trauma-informed therapy…
legal processes and court preparation…
role-play exercises… breath work… diversion… and more.

This programme is ideal for social workers, psychologists, child protection officers, legal professionals, counsellors, educators, and anyone committed to child safety and justice.

When you complete all five training days, CPD points will be issued.

The training will take place in person at:

Auditorium Training Room,
Children’s Memorial Institute,
13 Joubert Street Extension, Parktown, Johannesburg.

For enquiries or registration, please email: ruthl@ttbc.org.za
You can also visit: www.teddybearfoundation.org.za

Seats are limited. We invite you to join us, learn with us, and stand with children in their journey to justice.

We look forward to welcoming you in person.