In this learning session, participants will explore the important role fathers play in families and communities. The session highlights how fathers can be positive, active partners in parenting—without diminishing the vital role of mothers. Families take many forms, and not all fathers live in the same home as their children. Through a focus on coparenting and shared parenting, this skill builder examines ways to support ongoing father involvement. When parents share child raising responsibilities, children are better supported, and families grow stronger.
What are Center for Learning Skill Builders?
Center for Learning Skill Builders are quick, 5–7-minute bite-sized courses designed to help you grow your skills in a way that fits naturally into your day. In the time it takes to order your favorite coffee, you can learn something new that strengthens your ability to support children, families, and communities on their path to well-being. Each small step you take adds to your confidence, knowledge, and your impact. The more skills we build, the more prepared we are to make meaningful, positive choices; choices that can ripple across families and communities for generations. Take a moment for yourself. Build a skill. Make a difference.
Learning Goal
Participants will gain knowledge of father engagement and apply shared parenting principles to better support children, families, and communities.
Recommended Next Step
If this session deepened your understanding of fathers’ roles in shared and active parenting, continue the journey by enrolling in the Institute for Family’s asynchronous course, The Dad Investment: Fathers in the Present. This course challenges myths about fatherhood, explores the realities of modern families, and highlights ways to support and value fathers in the home and community. Take the next step in strengthening families by expanding your knowledge and impact.
Who is this training for?
Community Advocates, Social Workers, Faith Leaders, Family Champions, Public Health Professionals, Educators, Guardian Ad Litem (GALs)
How long is this training?
This training should take around 5-7 minutes to complete.