Parenting Intervention Needs and Perceived Barriers Among Korean Immigrant Parents in New Zealand

In recent years, Korean families have immigrated to New Zealand in large numbers. The process of learning to adjust and adapt to a new host country can bring with it opportunities for growth as well as difficulties. Immigrating to a new country often introduces a variety of challenges and stressors, which may influence parenting. A consumer engagement approach was used to solicit information from Korean immigrant parents regarding their parenting concerns and needs to inform parenting program content. The current study used a mixed methods approach to understand the parenting needs of Korean immigrant parents as well as barriers and enablers to participation in a parenting program. Preferred methods of program delivery were also explored. Implications for practitioners and parenting programs are discussed.