Over the years, the research on blended families has given multiple insights on the developmental stages, dynamics, support, resilience and aspects of wellbeing as experienced by the different family members. Yet, there is much more to explore and understand.  

This event will be a research and teaching conference of interest to all those who work with blended families or who conduct studies to inform practice and policy. It aims to bring together world-class scholars, family researchers, and practitioners in various fields to share their expertise and experience, adding to over four decades of blended family research. 

The conference will revolve around the dynamics that feature in strong blended families. It is intended to give voice to the perspectives of different members in blended families, the challenges they often face, and the ways in which they have managed them in the process of becoming resilient family units.