Association for Shared Parenting (West Midlands)
The Association for Shared Parenting (West Midlands) (registered charity number 1042874) is a UK nonprofit organisation dedicated to promoting the principle that children should maintain meaningful relationships with both parents following family separation or divorce. The organisation advocates for shared parenting arrangements and supports separated parents in achieving this goal.

The charity operates primarily within the Midlands, with branches in Birmingham, Coventry, Leicester, and Stratford-upon-Avon. Its activities focus on ensuring children's access to the love and nurture of both parents, emphasizing the importance of parental involvement in child development post-separation.

Structure and activities
The association provides guidance and resources to help parents navigate legal and emotional challenges during separation. Its work includes raising public awareness about shared parenting benefits and collaborating with stakeholders to influence family law practices. While distinct from other UK-based groups with similar aims, such as Both Parents Matter, the Association for Shared Parenting (West Midlands) maintains a regional focus within its operational areas.

Advocacy
Central to the charity's mission is the belief that children's welfare is best served through cooperative parenting, even when parents live apart. The organisation encourages mediation over adversarial legal processes and supports policies that facilitate equitable parenting time. Its advocacy aligns with broader efforts in family law reform to prioritise children's rights to maintain relationships with both parents.

See also

• Shared parenting
• Family law in the United Kingdom
• Parental separation and child custody

[1] https://sharedparenting.org.uk [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1042874 [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1042874/contact-information [4] https://sharedparenting.org.uk/about-us/ [5] https://bothparentsmatter.org.uk/home/