Understanding Parenting:
Historical and Contemporary Perspectives
University of Warwick
6-7 September 2012
Convenors
Dr Angela Davis (University of Warwick)
Dr Laura King (University of Warwick)
With the generous sponsorship of the Wellcome Trust
Understanding Parenting:
Historical and Contemporary Perspectives
University of Warwick
6-7 September 2012
Warwick
Contents
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Conference Information
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Provisional Programme
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Understanding Parenting:
Historical and Contemporary Perspectives
Organised by the Centre for the History of Medicine - University of Warwick
7th September Venue
Institute of Advanced Studies, Millburn House, University of Warwick
Millburn House is located two buildings along from University House in the University of Warwick Science Park – it
is marked as building 42 on the main campus map (the building is in the top right hand corner of the map). This
can be downloaded at: http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/about/visiting/maps/campusmap/ Please note that the
building numbers on printed versions of the map may be different. Once you arrive at Millburn, use the front
entrance shown on the photo and take the staircase opposite you as you enter. IAS is on the left at the top of the
stairs. If coming by road, a map can be downloaded from:
http://www.warwicksciencepark.co.uk/img/uwsp_mapweb.pdf
Parking
There are a limited number of visitor parking spaces available; should you require a parking space for access
requirements, please do let us know and we will endeavour to take these into account.
6th September Venue - Conference Buffet
There will be a buffet reception on the evening of the 6 th September starting at 6.00pm, which will be held in the
Graduate Space (Centre for the History of Medicine); in the annex of the 4 th Floor, Humanities Building, University
Main Campus (building 24).
Taxis
The University uses Trinity Taxis for travel arrangements.
Tel: 02476 631631
For those claiming expenses, we ask that you please keep your receipts.
Should you have any dietary or access requirements please contact the convenors; Dr Angela Davis
(Angela.Davis@warwick.ac.uk) or Dr Laura King (L.C.King@warwick.ac.uk). Alternatively, you may also contact
the CHM Administrator; Tracy Horton (T.Horton@warwick.ac.uk or tel: 024 765 72601).
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Understanding Parenting:
Historical and Contemporary Perspectives
University of Warwick
6-7 September 2012
Warwick
Provisional Programme
Friday 7th September 2012
9.15 - 9.30
Refreshments and Registration
9.30 – 9.35
Introductory Remarks:
Angela Davis, Laura King
9.35 – 10.50
Panel 1:
Fertility and ‘Modern’ Families
Chair and commentator: Karen Throsby, Sociology (Warwick)
Jennifer M Speirs
Centre for Research on Families and Relationships, University of Edinburgh
Petra Nordqvist
Morgan Centre for the Study of Relationships and Personal Life, University of Manchester
Susan Imrie
Centre for Family Research, University of Cambridge
10.50 – 11.20
Refreshments
11.20 – 12.45
Panel 2:
Parenting and Changing Attitudes to Disability
Chair and commentator: Mathew Thomson, Centre for the History of Medicine (Warwick)
Terri Balon
Disabled Parents’ Network
Harriet Clarke
School of Social Policy, University of Birmingham
Stephen Cullen
Centre for Educational Development, Appraisal and Research, Warwick
12.45 – 1.45
Lunch, Millburn House Foyer
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1.45 – 3.00
Panel 3:
Looked After Children
Chair and commentator: Harry Hendrick, History & CHM Associate (Warwick)
Doug Simkiss
Warwick Medical School/Honorary Consultant Paediatrician in Birmingham
Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Gemma Geldart
Planned Environment Therapy Trust
Alison King
Fostering Network
3.00 – 3.30
Refreshments
3.30 – 4.50
Panel 4:
Advice and Support Services for Parents
Chair and commentator: Hilary Marland, Centre for the History of Medicine (Warwick)
Jennie Bristow
Centre for Parenting Culture Studies, University of Kent; author, Standing Up To Supernanny
Carol Bryce
Department of Sociology, University of Warwick
Janet Goodall
Institute of Education, University of Warwick
4.50-5.00
Closing Remarks
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