What Is Fathers in Action?
Fathers in Action uses the National Fatherhood Initiative’s 24:7 Dad curriculum which is based on some of the following key principles:
The ability to parent children successfully or unsuccessfully is largely a learned set of behaviors.
Fathers and mothers parent differently.
There are universal aspects of fathering and parenting that exist in all cultures.
Any father, given the chance, can learn to be a great dad and parent.
FIA supports fathers by equipping them with the skills they need to increase in the habits of good fathering/father involvement; increase in pro-fathering knowledge, skills and attitudes, and increase healthy interaction with the mother of their children.
PROGRAM BENEFITS:
Engaging, evidenced-based curriculum that is adapted to meet each father’s need
One-on-one mentoring with GOL’s fatherhood coach
Connection and support from other fathers during bi-monthly Group Connections for Dads
Referral to community resources
Live in Montgomery County, Alabama
FIA is offered at no cost
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:
Any father with a child 18 months or younger
Any father who is connected to a mother or caregiver enrolled in a GOL program
To enroll in Fathers in Action, complete the Referral Form, or call (334) 451-0011 or email Jessie Yates at jyates@golfound.org.
FIA Is Now Offering Counseling Services
Fathers in Action is now providing professional counseling services to support fathers. If you are interested in this service, sign and complete the referral form and email it to Fatherhood Program Supervisor Jessie Yates at: jyates@golfound.org.
Strengthen Families by Supporting Fathers
Increasing father involvement in children’s lives strengthens families, which leads to happier, healthier, and safer communities. The National Fatherhood Initiative National Fatherhood Initiative® partners with communities and human service organizations to unlock the transformative power of involved fatherhood.
Referral Information
Any man who is connected to a mother or caregiver enrolled in Gift of Life's programs.
For more information about FIA or to enroll, complete the Referral Form, or call (334) 451-0011 or email jyates@golfound.org for more information.
Fathers in Action (FIA) Supervisor Jessie Yates explains the impact of fathers and how FIA helps dads prepare for this most important role.
FIA staff Jessie Yates and Steven Garrett discuss how a man's mental health impacts his whole family.