Navigating family court can feel overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time. Join this free legal information workshop led by YWCA BC Staff Lawyer Zain Abdulla and YWCA BC Paralegal Katherine Bounds for a practical, plain-language overview of what you can expect when going to family court.
This session will cover:
The different levels of court
Common types of family court proceedings
The roles of judges, lawyers, and court staff
How to prepare for a court appearance
What usually happens during a court hearing
While Kusina is rooted in Filipino values of care, community, and bayanihan, this space is open to everyone of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Created by Filipinos, for everyone, we welcome anyone looking for support, connection, resources, or community.
Hot meal will be provided.
Register in advance:
💻 Register using the QR code or click here
📞 Call: 778-623-2030 and leave a message
📧 Email: programs@filipinobc.com
🍲 Or register at the door (aliases welcome for those with precarious legal status).
Accessibility at Kusina: Family Law Series
We recognize that barriers such as transportation, childcare, food access, and communication can impact someone’s ability to participate. Kusina aims to create a welcoming and accessible space by offering:
Transportation Support: If transportation is a barrier to attending Kusina, please let our team know in advance so we can explore available support options. We have transit passes available.
Childcare Support: Children are always welcome at Kusina, and caregivers are responsible for supervising their own little ones during the sessions. If you would like. If childingminding would help you fully take part, an honorarium may be available to support you in arranging care that works for you and your family. Please contact our team ahead of time to discuss arrangements.
Food Allergies & Dietary Needs: Please communicate any food allergies, dietary restrictions, or accessibility needs at least 3 days before the event so we can make appropriate accommodations.
Language & Cultural Support: Kusina provides a culturally welcoming environment where participants can access resources, ask questions, and connect with community at their own comfort level. We want you to feel at home in the language you are most comfortable in. ASL interpretation and spoken language interpretation can be arranged with advance notice. We will do our best to make these arrangements, and the earlier we get notice, the better the chances of having these supports available.
To request accessibility support, please contact the Kusina team:
Either by calling: 778-623-2030 and leave a message
OR Email: programs@filipinobc.com
The program is funded by the Law Foundation of British Columbia.