ACFLC takes action against alarming domestic violence, prevalence strained parent-child relationships

To tackle rising divorce rates, domestic violence, child neglect, and youth delinquency, a new group, Association of Christian Family Life Coaches (ACFLC) has been launched.

The launch, held at Lekki, Lagos, brought together key thought leaders, family life advocates, and policymakers to address the urgent need for transformative solutions in the family space.

The ACFLC presented itself as a catalyst for change, committed to equipping families, taking a definitive stand to rebuild families and by extension, the nation, providing practical tools to thrive in an increasingly challenging world.

Convener of ACFLC, Kingsley Okonkwo, described the initiative as a response to the deepening cracks in family structures.

According to him, the statistics of a broken home represents children left vulnerable, communities destabilised, and dreams deferred.

The ACFLC, he said, is stepping into the gap to support families in navigating the pressures of modern life.

The association proposed practical steps to address these issues, including integrating family life education into Nigeria’s school curriculum, encouraging more comprehensive premarital and marital counselling in churches, and pushing for laws that protect and strengthen families.

Dr Okonkwo and other speakers underscored pressing societal issues tied to family dysfunction, the alarming rate of domestic violence, the increasing number of troubled youths turning to crime, and the prevalence of strained parent-child relationships.

Also, Rev. Albert Oduwole urged governments, faith-based institutions, and parents to work together to secure the future of families.

“Families don’t fail in isolation, and solutions can’t come from isolated efforts. ACFLC is fostering partnerships across all sectors to ensure that every family has access to resources, counseling, and hope,” he added.

As part of the launch, the ACFLC honoured individuals who have made significant contributions to family life counselling and advocacy.

The awards celebrated both living and posthumous recipients, highlighting the impact of their works on marriages, parenting, and society at large.

The event concluded with a call for collective action to rebuild families and empower parents, couples, and children for a brighter tomorrow.