The National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse

Title: The National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse provides FREE tips and resources for practitioners, fathers, and children of all ages and situations

Speakers:

• James Worthy, Outreach Lead, National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse
• Rush Bishop, Conference Coordinator, National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse

Description:

Research clearly shows the positive effects that dads have on their children's development and learning, such as school readiness and improved social and emotional skills. So, why is it so hard to get them involved in the classroom, for example? This workshop discusses the importance of fatherhood involvement and provide opportunities on how to get fathers involved in your programs. Strategies draw upon the work and research of the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse offering FREE resources to support fatherhood involvement.