Have one hour? Help shape support for your teen’s emotional wellbeing

But what does effective support really look like?

At Jigsaw, in collaboration with the University of Limerick, we’re working to answer that question through an exciting new initiative — the PEARL Project.

What is the PEARL Project?

The PEARL project is focused on developing a practical, evidence-informed parenting programme to help strengthen young people’s ability to regulate their emotions — a skill that is critical for mental health, relationships, and resilience.

A key part of this work is ensuring that the programme reflects the real experiences, challenges, and insights of parents and caregivers.

That’s where you come in.

Your Voice Matters

Any parent or caregiver of a young person (aged 12—25 years) is invited to take part in a confidential, 1-hour online discussion.

This is your opportunity to:

• Share your experiences of supporting your young person
• Talk about what works — and what doesn’t
• Help shape a programme that will support families across Ireland

Sessions are flexible and supportive, and you can choose to take part:

• One-to-one, or
• In a small group discussion
• With a dedicated group available for fathers

Why Take Part?

Parenting doesn’t come with a manual — but together, we can create something close.

By taking part, you will:

✅ Help ensure parents’ voices are at the heart of this programme
✅ Contribute to a resource designed to make a real difference in young people’s lives
✅ Support other families facing similar challenges
✅ Be part of a meaningful collaboration between research and real-life experience

Most importantly, your input will help create something practical, relevant, and genuinely useful — not just in theory, but in everyday family life.

A Small Commitment, A Lasting Impact

We know your time is valuable. That’s why participation is simple:

• Just 1 hour online
• Completely confidential
• Scheduled at a time that suits you

That one hour could help shape support that benefits countless young people and families.

Get Involved

If you’re interested in taking part, signing up is easy:

There is a specific sign up link if you are interested in taking part in the group dedicated to fathers.

📧 Or contact: sarah.oleary@ul.ie for more information